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Skin & Hair Concerns
Question #10780
1 year ago
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Diagnosed with seborrhoeic dermatitis

Ankita thakur

Itching, sever hair loss . I had visited the doctor many time before..I tried different shampoo but none of them made any difference. I also went to a yesterday who gave me some lotion, medicine and shampoo.

Age: 24
Chronic illnesses: Seborrhoeic dermatitis
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1) Shampoo Ketostar Apply in a wet scalp for 5 min then rinse it off apply twice a week for 4 weeks 2) Serum minimalist hair growth Apply on the scalp at night

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Severe hair loss with itching often points to scalp issues like dandruff, fungal infection, or sensitivity. Since previous shampoos didn’t help but you’ve now started new treatment from a doctor, give it at least 3–4 weeks to see results. If there’s no improvement, a follow-up with a dermatologist may be needed to reassess the cause and adjust treatment.

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Hello ankita As you have seborrheic dermatitis,it doesn’t have cure but can be controlled Use shampoo protar apply for 2-3 times weekly Lotion tacrolimus 0.3% over the flanky and red area hair overnight before shampoo Take biotin 10mg empty stomach daily morning Don’t apply any oil on scalp Don’t scratch the scalp Use cold and filtered water for hairwash Apply conditioner only tip on hair not on roots

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Hello dear Please follow below instructions Nicoral shampoo twice a day for 15 days Selsan blue gel twice a day for 15 days Clozed antifungal powder for 1 month Minidoxil 5 percent solution for hair gain Biotin medications In addition please keep protection from moisture In case of no improvement consult dermatologist for immediate relief Regards

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If you’ve been diagnosed with seborrhoeic dermatitis, it’s understandable that you’re experiencing symptoms like itching and hair loss. The condition is due to an inflammatory response to an overgrowth of yeast on the skin, which is part of your natural microbiota. Managing the symptoms effectively usually involves a combination of treatments. Start by using the shampoo your doctor recommended, as it likely contains antifungal or anti-inflammatory ingredients designed specifically to target the yeast. It’s important to apply it 2-3 times a week, leaving it on the scalp for at least 5 minutes each time before rinsing to allow the active ingredients to work. Additionally, the lotion prescribed may contain a corticosteroid or another anti-inflammatory agent. Apply it as directed, usually once or twice daily, to help reduce the redness and itching; be cautious not to overuse it, as long-term steroid use on the skin can have side effects.

Medication that was prescribed could be oral antifungal or an anti-inflammatory; take it exactly as instructed by your doctor. While this regimen targets the symptoms directly, consider lifestyle modifications too. Stress reduction techniques might help reduce flare-ups, as stress can be a trigger. Try to maintain a balance of a healthy diet, adequate hydration, and sleep, which supports overall skin health. However, if your symptoms don’t improve in a few weeks, or if you experience increased hair loss or severe irritation, it’s important to follow-up with your dermatologist or doctor. They may need to adjust your treatment plan or investigate other conditions that may mimic or exacerbate these symptoms, such as psoriasis or allergic reactions. Dermatological conditions often require some trial and error to find the most effective management strategy, so persistence and communication with your healthcare provider are key.

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