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How To Treat Scalp Itchiness Caused Due To Fungal Infection Despite Using Ketoconazole?
Am being treated for fungal/yeast scalp itch w/black spores (not ringworm) w/Ketoconazole for 3 weeks now. not gone yet. Seems toxic. Stop for a day, itch& s black spores too. Crust on scalp. Used lots of stuff to counter lice from grandchildren earlier in summer. Got rid of them but now this. What to do. Tired of all this.
Tue, 13 Mar 2018
Hello,
Your concern may be seborrheic dermatitis, please follow the below treatment plan:
1. Avoid hair oil if you have habit
2. Use only soft drinking water for hair wash
3. Try anti dandruff shampoo, weekly twice
4. Avoid stress and pollution
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sandeep Golla
Your concern may be seborrheic dermatitis, please follow the below treatment plan:
1. Avoid hair oil if you have habit
2. Use only soft drinking water for hair wash
3. Try anti dandruff shampoo, weekly twice
4. Avoid stress and pollution
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Sandeep Golla
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