Suggest Treatment For Itchy Red Scalp

Posted on Sat, 26 Sep 2015

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Sat, 26 Sep 2015 Answered on

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Question : I have been having issues with my scalp and i would really appreciate any help or useful information. It also affects my facial hair area (beards). I hv pics
It also leaks out fluid when i itch it

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rovena (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
detailed below,

Detailed Answer:
Hello.

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

I read carefully your query.

A itchy,red,crusty scalp indicates a chronic skin conditions.It can be eczema, seborrheic dermatitis or scalp prosiasis.
There are many treatment options available to treat such condition.Shampooing with a formulation that contains pyrithone zinc or selenium sulfide is effective in seborrheic dermatitis.Shampoos containing tea tree oil can be effective.
Another approach is using a shampoo containing an anti-fungal medication (Ketoconazole) and topical corticosteroids.

You need to consult a dermatologist for proper evaluation.The treatment will depend upon the diagnosis.

Hope it helps.
Please feel free to ask if you have any question.

Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar