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I have an itchy scalp, dandruff and experience pain in my hair roots. After meeting a skin doctor I have been using an overnight lotion twice a week, shampoo and multivitamin tablets prescribed by her since last ten days. Right now I have developed some swellings in the back of my head on the right side behind my ear on the hairline. It is extremely itchy around that area since last three days. This seems to be a recurring symptom and it appeared during summer season in the last two years also. Sometimes I get headaches that takes place on the right side of my face and head, and last for 24 hrs. I was diagnosed with cervical spondylosis two years ago. After my recent health checkup my thyroid is on the margin at 5.71. What should I do? Which doctor should I see?

Hi, A variety of reasons for this are dandruff, dermatitis, dry scalp, lice infestation. Rest are skin infestations like dematitis,psoriasis,rinworm of scalp and folliculitis of skin. Application of olive oil over head lavender oil and use of lemon juice some drops to rub your hair and and then rinse them. Use of peppermint oil,applying aloe vera over scalp,massaging the hair with apple cider vinegar and water is also useful. When dealing with Itchy Scalp, it is recommended to have judicious ...

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I have a very itchy scalp and facing a lot of hair fall problem.. I don't know wat this is.. :( my hair has thinned too much and I am worried I will lose them too.. :( please help me.. I can give u a picture of what I get when I comb my hair..

Hi, Since you have had sinus operation then there are more chances of you being allergic,so if you are then try to avoid such drugs and shampoos and we would give ani allergic drugs and some hair nourishing drugs might also be given. ...

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can I continue the use Mintop forte 5 % for my pattern baldness ? i have been using this since last 01 month & noticed the growth of bew hairs on my scalp . But of late I am developing insomnia , stomach gas during the night leading to increased heartbeat + increased BP ( happened once during last 01 month ) . Pls. advise . Regards

Hi, If you start using minoxidil(mintop) once then you can' stop it else it is of no use. If you are facing such symptoms like stomach gas,insomnia,increased bp and increased heart beatthen you should go complete medical check up. If you are facing symptoms like stomach gas and constipation they may lead to gastritis. You can have tablet pantoprazole once daily before breakfast along with a good routine. The right of having dinner is 7 p.m in evening/night,you can go to bed by 10-10.30 to follo ...

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again i am sharing the details for clearity,which i already mentioned in previous question. my gf has perioed on 5th July and ended on 9th july ,on 10th july i just touched her down and then my penis has touched her vagina only for 4-5 second,nothing else has beed done.since my precum has touched her vagina .for safety next day 11th july she has taken ipill, on 16th she got vaginal bleeding and it ended on 19th,it was darkish.on 22nd now she is feeling itching sensation on the outerpart of her vagina no pain,no discharge,no problem in urine ,nothing inside,on the outer part only it has and its still there.please tell me is it a effect of ipill and any cream or anything which she can use to stop it. she dsnt feel this itching inside atol it jus around the vagina and while urine passing also no problem.please suggest what can be done and is the chance of pregancy now.please suggest some ointment for this itching,if its normal how long it will be.

Hi!! I would like to clarify that itching has nothing to do with being pregnant or not.Also regarding pregnancy,chances of pregnancy are low as pt has already taken the ipill.BUT ,it can be confirmed with absolute certainity that there is no pregnancy,only if your patient misses her period. Also,your patient is having some vaginal infection due to which,the itching is happening.She can apply,local anti fungals ointment for the same,clotrimazole containing ointments are to be used.Local hygiene i ...

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my nephew is 3.5 year old. he is having a itching problem. we consulted many doctors but no one is able to find the root cause for his disease. he is itching like he get bloody. he is in a situation some time he itch with his teeth.

Allergies Consult a Dermatologist immediately ...

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palm psoriasis using octamop lotion in sun rays and remoize and pasitrex cream twice a day but not cure and now find it increase in feet and scalp

Hello Shaw, If your treatment is not helping you ask your doctor about switching to a Halobetasol or Clobetasol-Salicylic Acid ointment along with a Coal Tar ointment at night. If even this doesn't help in 4-6 weeks then oral treatments like Acitretin 25-50 mg per day or Methotrexate can be considered for very severe Palmoplantar Psoriasis. Regards. ...

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palm psoriasis using octamop lotion in sun rays and remoize and pasitrex cream twice a day but not cure and find it increase in feet and scalp

Hello, In that case you should speak to your doctor about an oral drug called Acitretin. It is very useful in resistant Palmar Psoriasis. Please note that the information I have provided is for general purposes only and does not establish a patient-doctor relationships. No prescription cream or tablet should be taken without consulting a doctor in person. ...

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Dear Doctor I am suffering from acute psoriasis on scalp for the last three years.Day by day my case is worsening and now I am completely hopeless. Just want to know whether it is curable or not.I have consulted many doctors , but the problem exists as earlier.

Hi Rajeev, Unfortunately Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease and hence not curable at the moment. However it can be managed very effectively - there are numerous treatments available and non one needs to suffer the condition needlessly. You can schedule an appointment with me through Healcon or ask a premium question and I would be happy to elaborate on the type of treatments available. All the best & regards. ...

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I have dandruff and hair fall issues ... I went to the doctor and he diagnosed me with androgenic alopecia.. The dandruff is like wounds in my scalp...

Hi Tia, Both your problems are treatable. I would be happy to provide suggestions once I know what treatment you were prescribed and how long you used them. This would need you to ask a premium question on the site however. Regards. ...

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hi..Iam 34 years old male have been suffering from severe itching in my upper pre molar tooth but the tooth looks like normal no decay.the itching seems to me in side the pulp and some times the itching problem moves from one tooth to the close one what is your recommendation on?

it is due to calculus. please go for scaling.it happens due to pocket formation ...

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I have a very itchy scalp and facing a lot of hair fall problem.. I don't know wat this is.. :( my hair has thinned too much and I am worried I will lose them too.. :( please help me.. I can give u a picture of what I get when I comb my hair..

my nephew is 3.5 year old. he is having a itching problem. we consulted many doctors but no one is able to find the root cause for his disease. he is itching like he get bloody. he is in a situation some time he itch with his teeth.

palm psoriasis using octamop lotion in sun rays and remoize and pasitrex cream twice a day but not cure and now find it increase in feet and scalp

palm psoriasis using octamop lotion in sun rays and remoize and pasitrex cream twice a day but not cure and find it increase in feet and scalp

Dear Doctor I am suffering from acute psoriasis on scalp for the last three years.Day by day my case is worsening and now I am completely hopeless. Just want to know whether it is curable or not.I have consulted many doctors , but the problem exists as earlier.

I have dandruff and hair fall issues ... I went to the doctor and he diagnosed me with androgenic alopecia.. The dandruff is like wounds in my scalp...

hi..Iam 34 years old male have been suffering from severe itching in my upper pre molar tooth but the tooth looks like normal no decay.the itching seems to me in side the pulp and some times the itching problem moves from one tooth to the close one what is your recommendation on?

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