Suggest Remedy For Scalp Redness

Posted on Wed, 18 Nov 2015

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Wed, 18 Nov 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have redness on my scalp that has been there for two months. It is not a rash. I noticed it after a had a patch of dandruff that I scraped off. Could this be a form of shingles??

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (55 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Photograph required

Detailed Answer:
hello
Probably your developed psoriasis.
Your symptoms are suggestive of that.
Scalp psoriasis presents in the form of reddish patches covered with white scales.
can you please upload a photograph of the involved area.
This will help me giving you close your diagnosis and a better way of management.
Waiting for your response.
Thank you

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