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What Causes Severe Hair Loss With Scalp Itching?
I am 25 yrs old and i am facing hairfall since 5 yrs and it has got quite serious lately . I have lost almost 70% of hair from upper middle and front part . My hair roots are weak and the scalp itches , oily and pain in the roots . Any help and advice with my current condition ?
Thu, 16 Jan 2020
Hi,
Severe itching and oily scalp is suggestive of seborrheic dermatitis. Excess sebum secretion in the scalp causing irritation and inflammation of the scalp which in turn leads to hair fall. Use anti-fungal such as ketoconazole shampoo weekly twice. Wash hair every other day. Avoid excessive oil application on scalp.
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Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Severe itching and oily scalp is suggestive of seborrheic dermatitis. Excess sebum secretion in the scalp causing irritation and inflammation of the scalp which in turn leads to hair fall. Use anti-fungal such as ketoconazole shampoo weekly twice. Wash hair every other day. Avoid excessive oil application on scalp.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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