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Hair Loss After Having Dengue Fever. Itching In The Scalp. What Is The Cure?
Hi, i am 19 old Male, i had dengue fever 3 months back and after that my hair starting thinner and also i do have a scalp at the center point of my head which is increasing day to day, please suggest me what to do ,is it a side effect of dengue? and also i do have itching in my scalp region also and there is no history of baldness in my family also? please guide me?
Wed, 13 Mar 2013
hello dear.
I dont think dengue can cause itching of scalp that too after 3 months,
it might be dandruff, apply ketoconazole shampoo, you will get relief.
take food rich in vitamins and protein , this will control hair fall.
thank you
I dont think dengue can cause itching of scalp that too after 3 months,
it might be dandruff, apply ketoconazole shampoo, you will get relief.
take food rich in vitamins and protein , this will control hair fall.
thank you
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