Question 1

i have a swollen occipital lymph node (2nd time in 2 mos) and itchy, bumpy scalp. treated with anti-fungal shampoo and diflucan (fluconazole). still there, help?

Accepted Answer

See derm: If this has been recurrent and there has been no response to anti-fungal treatment, it's time to consult a dermatologist.

Question 2

painful bump behind the ear pain spreads across head when touched and gets worse over time accompanied by headaches and itchy scalp. scalp feels bumpy?

Accepted Answer

Painful bump: The painful bump may a lymph node that may be infected

Question 3

7 days ago itchy body scalp to ankles eves & nite, red bumpy patches near my wrists. wakes me up. benadryl (diphenhydramine) helps. back again the next eve /nite. why?

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Many: There are many potential causes for itchy bumps but if benadryl (diphenhydramine) helps, you may continue with Benadryl (diphenhydramine) at night and a non-sedating antihistamine during the day. If the problem worsens or persists beyond 6 weeks, see an allergist or dermatologist. My initial take is that you are either having a viral infection or a drug reaction.

Question 4

i have a rash that started on my neck and has spread to my back. it is not red. it is itchy and bumpy and has what looks like white heads inbetween.  
i used a hair growth shampoo. could this be the cause? my scalp is not itchy at all

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: This is not due to the shampoo which you forgot to identify. No shampoo makes hair grow more.

Question 5

i am experiencing  skin sores, itchy rash (severity: severe) (quality: severe itching) (side: scalp) , rash in armpit (quality: pustules or pimples) , itch, leg numbness and skin rash (quality: itchiness, blisters, crusty, bumpy, red or bluish purple, fla

Accepted Answer

Dermatologist: A dermatologist is best qualified to diagnose and treat this problem. I would be concerned about scabies which can cause these symptoms.

Question 6

why could my scalp be itchy?

Accepted Answer

See below: You may have a common condition known as seborrheic dermatitis.

Question 7

what can stop dry and itchy flaking scalp?

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Emollient: The treatment of dry scaling of the skin is a common condition if dry areas, and may be prevented with use of emollient.

Question 8

can you tell me how to manage a dry, itchy, and scalps head?

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Rephrase ?: Please rephrase the question.  But for itchy scalp, i'd start with selsun blue shampoo, apply twice daily and leave in for 30 minutes, then rinse, for up to a week.  If no better, get seen by a dr.

Question 9

hi,i suffer from a severe itchy dry blistered scalp and would like to know what helps

Accepted Answer

Need more info!: Perhaps an online consultation that would allow you to send a picture would be helpful.  Be sure to mention how long, whether any pain or other symptoms, any previous treatments tried, and response to treatment.  Hope you get an answer soon!

Question 10

i worked in a care home for 3 weeks where we were not allowed to use clean gloves for each resident. since then my scalp has been itchy & black bits?

Accepted Answer

Report this: I'm not sure how this is regulated in the national health service but it should, in my opinion, be reported. Universal precautions are a non-negotiable protection every person in health care should demand. You may need to see your gp first but a consultant in dermatology might be necessary.

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I have a swollen occipital lymph node (2nd time in 2 mos) and itchy, bumpy scalp. treated with anti-fungal shampoo and diflucan (fluconazole). still there, help?

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Painful bump behind the ear pain spreads across head when touched and gets worse over time accompanied by headaches and itchy scalp. scalp feels bumpy?

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7 days ago itchy body scalp to ankles eves & nite, red bumpy patches near my wrists. wakes me up. benadryl (diphenhydramine) helps. back again the next eve /nite. why?

A member asked:

I have a rash that started on my neck and has spread to my back. it is not red. it is itchy and bumpy and has what looks like white heads inbetween. i used a hair growth shampoo. could this be the cause? my scalp is not itchy at all

A member asked:

I am experiencing skin sores, itchy rash (severity: severe) (quality: severe itching) (side: scalp) , rash in armpit (quality: pustules or pimples) , itch, leg numbness and skin rash (quality: itchiness, blisters, crusty, bumpy, red or bluish purple, fla

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Why could my scalp be itchy?

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What can stop dry and itchy flaking scalp?

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Can you tell me how to manage a dry, itchy, and scalps head?

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Hi,i suffer from a severe itchy dry blistered scalp and would like to know what helps

A member asked:

I worked in a care home for 3 weeks where we were not allowed to use clean gloves for each resident. since then my scalp has been itchy & black bits?

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