Question 1

I have a flaky and itchy scalp and my anus itches really bad at times. what could this be?

Accepted Answer

It sounds as if you have two contions. The scalp may be a condition called seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis. The anal itch can be due to many things: toilet paper, foods, medications, soaps or detergents, improper cleansing the anal area, and more. See your physician; he/she can usually iron these problems out. Shampooin daily with a tar shampoo may help the scalp.

Question 2

I have been having an itchy scalp for a week and also have red dots on my upper back that itch. my scalp itches when i shower and try to sleep.

Accepted Answer

Or seborrhoeic dermatitis, you want to to see your doctor, meanwhile you may try using OTC anti dandruff shampoo, good luck

Question 3

Is an itchy scalp a sign of mpb? i'm not balding but i get the occasional itches in various places on head, is this anything to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Itch is not related to MPB. It could be related to dandruff / seborrheic dermatitis, or simply dry skin.

Question 4

I have an itchy scalp and two small bumps at the bottom of my head on either side. could this be allergy related since it is fall? i have been sweating a lot as well due to increase in exercise. skin on body itches as well.

Accepted Answer

like an infected scalp and the "lumps" may be enlarged lymph glands which drain the scalp!
A "hands on" exam is indicated and an anti-dandruff
shampoo with a course of oral antibiotics may be indicated!

Hope this helps
Dr Z

Question 5

Swollen axillary big 4 months , new occipital node swollen and cervical, itchy scalp, redness random on skin that burns and itches blood work all norm?

Accepted Answer

You need a diagnosis.

Normal blood work does not mean much.

Be persistent till you get the diagnosis

Question 6

Why does my scalp itch? i have this once spot behind my ear on my scalp, th!t really itches. i don't scratch it that hard though but i did see a bit of blood on my nail. i wash my hair 3x a week because im trying to grow out my hair because it was damaged

Accepted Answer

This can be caused by several issues. Chemical and hair products can cause irritation of the scalp. You can also just have dry scalp, atopic dermatitis(eczema), allergic reaction, and sensitive skin. There are several shamppos that can help with this. The key is to remove the offending agent(s) if they can be identified.

Question 7

I am a black male and have a very  itchy scalp with a patch in my head that won't stop itching i have shaved my hair and that same spot still bothers ?

Accepted Answer

It may be a little bit of a yeast/fungal infection. That can happen on the scalp, or anywhere on the body. Try an anti-fungal cream twice a day for 2 weeks (something with clotrimazole or miconazole, for example). Avoid steroid creams as they can thin the skin and affect the color over time. If the anti fungal cream doesn't help, go see a doctor.

Question 8

I have a itchy scalp without flaking, scaling, dandruff, red or inflammed areas. the severe itching seems to only happen while i sleep. please help!?

Accepted Answer

Try a dandruff shampoo in the shower every night. Use a Hydrocortisone liquid solution after the shampoo  if you still itch. If there is no relief, see a dermatologist. Otc shampoos include head & shoulders, selson, dhs, nizoral, (ketoconazole) tsal, tgel, etc. The generics should also work.

Question 9

I m looking for cure of seboric dermatitis.. suffring with facial dandruff with itching and redness, and hair dandruff with itchy scalp and hair fall.

Accepted Answer

Seborrheic dermatitis tends to be chronic, and there's usually no strategy that stops it permanently. But treatments, including many you can try at home, may control your signs and symptoms during a flare-up. Anti fungal agents that you want to look for in the products you buy are: ketoconazole, ciclopirox, terbinafine (lamisil), zinc pyrithione, coal tar, and salacylic acid.

Question 10

Trtd for everything from scabies-eczema. rash comes & goes, but creeping&itching remain. now face, neck, scalp itch too. derm dismissive. ideas?

Accepted Answer

You need a diagnosis. See another dermatologist and talk to him/her about coming in for an emergency appointment when the rash returns. Perhaps that rash needs a biopsy if the diagnosis is not clear from the physical examination.

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I have a flaky and itchy scalp and my anus itches really bad at times. what could this be?

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I have been having an itchy scalp for a week and also have red dots on my upper back that itch. my scalp itches when i shower and try to sleep.

Is an itchy scalp a sign of mpb? i'm not balding but i get the occasional itches in various places on head, is this anything to worry about?

I have an itchy scalp and two small bumps at the bottom of my head on either side. could this be allergy related since it is fall? i have been sweating a lot as well due to increase in exercise. skin on body itches as well.

Swollen axillary big 4 months , new occipital node swollen and cervical, itchy scalp, redness random on skin that burns and itches blood work all norm?

Why does my scalp itch? i have this once spot behind my ear on my scalp, th!t really itches. i don't scratch it that hard though but i did see a bit of blood on my nail. i wash my hair 3x a week because im trying to grow out my hair because it was damaged

I am a black male and have a very itchy scalp with a patch in my head that won't stop itching i have shaved my hair and that same spot still bothers ?

I have a itchy scalp without flaking, scaling, dandruff, red or inflammed areas. the severe itching seems to only happen while i sleep. please help!?

I m looking for cure of seboric dermatitis.. suffring with facial dandruff with itching and redness, and hair dandruff with itchy scalp and hair fall.

Trtd for everything from scabies-eczema. rash comes & goes, but creeping&itching remain. now face, neck, scalp itch too. derm dismissive. ideas?

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