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In winter my skin burns, scalp itchs with dandruff. Kindly help.
Query: Hello doctor, I am feeling a pin prick feeling and burning sensation in my skin when getting warm or the temperature rises during winter. I also have an itchy scalp and dandruff appears just after shampooing. Is this due to any skin problem? Currently, I am taking Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride and ... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com and thank you for choosing us as your provider for medical care. Please send some high-resolution photos to differentiate the fungal infection in your hair. It can be either a fungal infection with folliculitis or seborrhea capitis. I would suggest you use Salisia KT ... Read Full »
Why do I have scalp issues and dandruff?
Query: Hi doctor, I am an 18-year-old boy. I am trying to grow my hair out, but I have been told that my scalp is not able to breathe normally, and I get more dandruff. Now, I think that the idea of the scalp not being able to breathe properly is a bit false, but it could be true. Please give your opinion.... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries. I understand your concern. It is not uncommon to experience dandruff, and while scalp breathing is not a scientifically recognized concept, several factors can contribute to scalp issues: Dryness: If your scalp is dry, it can lea... Read Full »
Why do I have a severely irritated scalp with dandruff despite using Regaine cream?
Query: Hello doctor, I suffer from female pattern baldness, and I have been using Regaine (Minoxidil 5%) for almost a year. It has worked perfectly well for me, and I am happy with the results. Even my sister has been using it for the same complaint. However, now there seems to be a complication. Both si... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I have reviewed the picture you shared (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). You have seborrheic dermatitis, which is dandruff with inflammation, in other words. I suggest you use Salisia KT shampoo (Ketoconazole and Sal... Read Full »
What are the ways to manage acne blemishes, dull face, and dandruff?
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from two major problems for the past three years. One is painful acne, scars, and blemishes; the other is sticky, oily dandruff, and hair fall for a year. The scalp flakes do not get dislodged even after shampooing. I have to dig my comb into the scalp to remove t... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for the query. I suggest you stop using capsule Isotroin and start with the below treatment. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on the face. Avoid oily foods, chocolates, and milk products. Avoid dust, and use sunscreen (above 30 SPF). Do not rub any ... Read Full »
I have been suffering from dandruff and hair fall. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I have dandruff, hair fall, and lately, I saw tiny white balls on my scalp after which my scalp became very itchy. Please tell me how to treat this condition. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have seborrheic dermatitis probably. Use the following medications. Kindly consult your doctor to discuss the suggestion and take the treatment with consent. 1. Zydip-C lotion (Clotrimazole, Beclomethasone) apply once at night on the scalp. 2. Protar K shampoo ... Read Full »
I suffer from excessive hair fall with visible balding. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My hair is falling excessively, leading to visible balding or hair thinning. Despite being only 17 years old, with a height of 5 feet 5 inches and a weight of around 150 pounds, my hair fall has worsened recently. I am losing 30 to 40 hairs after a single hair combing session. Addition... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. After reviewing the information and image you provided (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), I understand your concern regarding severe hair fall. Multiple factors, such as genetic history, stress, irre... Read Full »
I have severe acne, and dry skin that itchs. Please help.
Query: Hi doctor, I am a 30-year-old female with severe acne, dry skin, and itching. I have been having this problem for the past two years. My skin used to get dry soon after I washed my face with soap. So I started using a mild face wash, which gave me some relief from dry skin. The dryness in my face is... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your first query consult is on us! I understand your concern. I suggest you use: 1. Use Moiste (Aloe vera 10 %W/W and Vitamin E 0.5 %W/W) cream or Moiz MM (Cetyl alcohol 2% w/w, Shea butter, Sorbitan Oolivate, Caprylic-capric triglyceride, Light liquid paraffin, C... Read Full »
I am suffering from heavy dandruff and pimples despite using Ketoconazole. Kindly help me.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been suffering from severe dandruff and the presence of deep dark spots due to pimples. Previously I have used prescribed shampoo and tablets that gave me the best results. But even when I am using the shampoo containing Ketoconazole it is not working and the dark spots due to p... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw all the details you shared and will be happy to guide you through. I suggest you follow the below-mentioned precautions as pimples can occur due to hormonal imbalances and due to oily skin. Do not use hair oil and any sticky cream on the face. Avoid oily f... Read Full »
Does washing my hair daily cause excessive dryness?
Query: Hello doctor, I have oily dandruff, dry hairs, and hair fall. So what should I do if I wash hairs every day so they will become more dry and thin too? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Many people with dandruff have oily skin and the latest research shows that the real culprit is probably a tiny fungus called Malassezia globosa that needs oil to grow. It only becomes a problem when the fungus grows too rapidly, and our natural renewal of cells is dis... Read Full »
Please give me a solution for hair fall and dandruff.
Query: Hi doctor, I am 25 years old. I am facing severe hair fall issue. My hair becomes very thin and consist dandruff and white flakes. I have used Candid-B lotion, but need some other solution. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please send image and revert back to see the extent of involvement. Do you suffer from scalp itching? I suggest Sebamed anti-dandruff shampoo (Piroctone Olamine) or Salisia KT shampoo (Salicylic acid) twice a week for a month. Tablet Adgain (Biotin) once daily for two m... Read Full »