Suggest Treatment For Redness And Burning Sensation On Scalp

Posted on Sun, 10 Apr 2016

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Sun, 10 Apr 2016 Answered on

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Question : I have a red, burning scalp condition. What do you recommend to treat this condition?

Answered by Dr. Luchuo Engelbert Bain (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Add anti inflammatory drug, watch cautiously for a couple fo days

Detailed Answer:
Hi and thanks for the query,

I think if you were seen by a dermatologist, it might be quite early to think of treatment failure. Redness and burning are signs of inflammation.

I suggest you could add an anti inflammatory drug to your treatment and watch for a couple of days (Ibuprofen, Diclofenac with an antacid in case you have peptic ulcers) could be good for a start.

Thanks and kind regards,

Dr Bain

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