How is an itchy scalp treated?

Q. Please help me with my itchy scalp.

Answered by
Dr. Jaydip Sinha
and medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team.
This is a premium question & answer published on Nov 10, 2016 and last reviewed on: Jul 05, 2023

Hi doctor,

I have itchy scalp and have started losing hair. Can I get help on this?

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

You have probably seborrheic capitis (an eczema). I suggest Ketoconazole shampoo on alternate days. Keep in contact with the scalp for 7 to 10 minutes in each application and continue it for three to six months. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and take the treatment with consent.

Thank you doctor,

I have another doubt. Will shaving my head help in some way?

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Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

  • No, shaving does not help you to prevent hair fall. But, it may help you in other way.
  • That means, it will be easier to apply shampoo directly over the skin of the head and after all it is the disease of the skin.

For further information consult a dermatologist online --> https://www.icliniq.com/ask-a-doctor-online/dermatologist


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