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Scalp Tenderness

Scalp pain can be caused by several conditions, including dandruff, skin disorders, lice infestations, and infections. It is characterized by a tingling or pricking sensation on the scalp. Earlier, it was considered a vague symptom. But, now the main triggering factors were pollution, heat, shampoos. It is considered to be an extension of skin sensitivity.

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Kindly suggest a treatment for scalp rashes.

Query: Hi doctor, I am 27 years old, and my weight is 205 pounds. I have rashes in my scalp, which comes quite frequently and goes off once it bursts. Kindly advice.  Read Full »


Dr. Meha Malhotra

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Can you tell me whether you have white flakes on your scalp or any small red raised lesions? If you have white flakes, you can start using Nizoral (Ketoconazole) shampoo twice a week. Apply it on the scalp, keep it for five minutes, then wash it off, followed by your re...  Read Full »

How long does it take for a subgaleal hematoma to resolve?

Query: Hi doctor, My son is one year eight months old with a weight of 28.66 lbs. Seventeen days back, he fell down accidentally from the height of 4.5 feet and got an injury on the right side of the head. He did not have any symptoms after the injury. I consulted a doctor and he told me that there is a pr...  Read Full »


Dr. Deepak Kishore Kaltari

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Scalp swelling occurs due to clotted blood known as a hematoma. Slowly, it gets liquified and absorbed. If the overlying skin is intact without breach, then there is no cause for concern. There is no medication that helps in resolving it. Applying hot water fermentation h...  Read Full »

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