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What Causes Burning Sensation On The Scalp?
Brief Answer:
not the only cause, symptom may be temporary
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Burning sensation can be related to many different possible causes, alopecia is one cause but there are other possible causes as well.
Burning can be due to inflammation, infection, trauma, nerve relate conditions. It can be temporary or permanent.
In many cases the cause is not known.
Abnormal nerve function (neuropathy) can cause abnormal sensations such as burning, . Causes include diabetes, trauma, vit b12 deficiency, folate deficiency, liver or kidney disease.
If the symptom continues, and it may not, then you would need to see your doctor for assessment.
He or she would do a general examination and examination of the scalp.
Depending on your history and findings , blood may or may not be needed . Eg if obvious infection or signs of trauma then may not need bloods.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
not the only cause, symptom may be temporary
Detailed Answer:
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Burning sensation can be related to many different possible causes, alopecia is one cause but there are other possible causes as well.
Burning can be due to inflammation, infection, trauma, nerve relate conditions. It can be temporary or permanent.
In many cases the cause is not known.
Abnormal nerve function (neuropathy) can cause abnormal sensations such as burning, . Causes include diabetes, trauma, vit b12 deficiency, folate deficiency, liver or kidney disease.
If the symptom continues, and it may not, then you would need to see your doctor for assessment.
He or she would do a general examination and examination of the scalp.
Depending on your history and findings , blood may or may not be needed . Eg if obvious infection or signs of trauma then may not need bloods.
I hope this helps, feel free to ask any other questions
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
T checked my scalp and I did not see any scars is it a cause to be worried about does it mean that I have alopecia
It started five days ago and I have been using Skineal it contains kentaconazole. When I apply it on the ares where I feel pain it has this minty feeling hot and cooling . Does it mean that it is bad for my scalp
Should I keep using the Skineal cream
It started five days ago and I have been using Skineal it contains kentaconazole. When I apply it on the ares where I feel pain it has this minty feeling hot and cooling . Does it mean that it is bad for my scalp
Should I keep using the Skineal cream
Brief Answer:
useful for fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
HI
Ketoconazole is an anti fungal so would be useful if this is present it would treat this illness.
It is not harmful but is only effective for fungal infection. You can continue it if you suspect this.
Normally fungal rash of the scalp also requires oral anti fungal medication so if this infection is present, you would also need a prescription from your doctor for oral medication
Please feel free to ask anything else
useful for fungal infection
Detailed Answer:
HI
Ketoconazole is an anti fungal so would be useful if this is present it would treat this illness.
It is not harmful but is only effective for fungal infection. You can continue it if you suspect this.
Normally fungal rash of the scalp also requires oral anti fungal medication so if this infection is present, you would also need a prescription from your doctor for oral medication
Please feel free to ask anything else
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I wear wigs and I have a bad habit of touching the affected areas will it slow down the healing process?
Brief Answer:
depends on cause
Detailed Answer:
HI
Would depend on the cause. If related to a fungal infection, the heat and moisture that may occur from wearing the wigs may be a problem.
In terms of touching the area, again if related to infection then this would not be wise since may cause to spread or delay healing
It would be best, if possible , to see your doctor to determine the exact reason for your symptoms
If anything else unclear, can let me know
depends on cause
Detailed Answer:
HI
Would depend on the cause. If related to a fungal infection, the heat and moisture that may occur from wearing the wigs may be a problem.
In terms of touching the area, again if related to infection then this would not be wise since may cause to spread or delay healing
It would be best, if possible , to see your doctor to determine the exact reason for your symptoms
If anything else unclear, can let me know
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I feel like it's healing but the wigs and the excessive touching slows it down
Brief Answer:
it is a possibility
Detailed Answer:
HI
Okay, this is definite possibility so if you have the impression that this the case for you , then you should try to limit their use and see if you note an improvement
it is a possibility
Detailed Answer:
HI
Okay, this is definite possibility so if you have the impression that this the case for you , then you should try to limit their use and see if you note an improvement
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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