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Suggest Treatment For Eczema On Scalp
I am usingClobetasol Propionate lotion for eczema on the scalp. The pinkish color on the scalp seems to continue with mild itchiness.......been treating for about a year.......some hair loss.....but my hair was very thick..so my Dr.seems to think I have enough hair........what can I expect? YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 29 Jan 2019
Hello,
Chronic use of topical steroid can cause thinning of the skin (skin atrophy) and consequent hair loss (alopecia). Pinkish colour is due to erythema/vasodilatation.
Contact allergy also can cause irritation. It is better to discontinue clobetasol lotion and wait for the reversal of skin changes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
Chronic use of topical steroid can cause thinning of the skin (skin atrophy) and consequent hair loss (alopecia). Pinkish colour is due to erythema/vasodilatation.
Contact allergy also can cause irritation. It is better to discontinue clobetasol lotion and wait for the reversal of skin changes.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Tushar Kanti Biswas, Internal Medicine Specialist
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