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What Is The Treatment For Itchy Scalp And Hair Loss?

Problem : Irritation of Scalp, Sometimes itchy, Hair Loss, No Visible Flakes or redness. But yes occasionally red bumps may be seen.Medical History : Same Problems, but used Sebowash Shampoo and Minoxidil Mintop 2% Solution for around 6 months. Tretiva was also prescribed to me in the past.Current Medication - Using Cipla 8X for itch and Minoxidil Solution 2% (Mintop)..Still No relief. Please help.
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Hello,

As per your case history you are suffering from scalp folliculitis.

My treatment advice is:
1. Avoid hair oil application for 1 month.
2. Apply an antifungal lotion like Clotrimazole lotion twice daily on affected part.
3. Take an antihistamine medication like Levocetirizine twice daily for 7 to 10 days.
4. Other treatment options are Oral Fluconazole, Itraconazole and Terbinafine taken only after consulting a dermatologist.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Harshit Bhachech
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What Is The Treatment For Itchy Scalp And Hair Loss?

Hello, As per your case history you are suffering from scalp folliculitis. My treatment advice is: 1. Avoid hair oil application for 1 month. 2. Apply an antifungal lotion like Clotrimazole lotion twice daily on affected part. 3. Take an antihistamine medication like Levocetirizine twice daily for 7 to 10 days. 4. Other treatment options are Oral Fluconazole, Itraconazole and Terbinafine taken only after consulting a dermatologist. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Harshit Bhachech