don't know what to do or consult its a very long problem - #10300
Actually my grandmother have been in a problem related to head and hair for around 17 years ,she has itching and sort of irritation in her hair and scalp we thought like lice or dandruff but not that its been around so many years,she says like small certain ants and small insects are produced she askedus to look in itching portion but when i look nothing is present there,i think a serious bacteria like thing is present which is the main issue,microbiologist a good option?
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For Scalp Itching:
Ketoconazole 2% shampoo – apply to scalp thrice weekly, leave for 5–10 mins, rinse
Levocetirizine 5 mg At night × 10 days
First visit a dermatologist. Thank you
Hello mam Please be aware It can be fungal infection because it keeps on coming despite removal There may be requirement of Tab terbinafine Tab ketaconazole Clotimazole powder You can consult microbiologist for confirmation Regards
Hello as you stated she complaint of itching and keep insisting that insect are there while there is nothing…that might sign schizophrenia.i would suggest you to get her by psychiatrist once for better treatment
At age 70, your grandmother’s chronic scalp itching and crawling sensation without visible lice or dandruff may be due to a condition like scalp neuropathy, delusional parasitosis, or a fungal/bacterial scalp infection. While a microbiologist can help with lab testing, it’s best to first consult a dermatologist, who can examine her scalp and order tests for infections, skin conditions, or nerve-related causes. If needed, the dermatologist can refer her to a neurologist or psychiatrist for further evaluation, depending on the findings.
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