Question 1

what to do if my scalp hurts. ouch. 21 year old female.?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Other than to suggest you have it evaluated there is not much to say.You get the most from this site when you provide detailed information (location, character, duration, triggering factors, etc.) followed by a clear related question. Just saying it hurts does not narrow the possible causes or suggest a treatment.

Question 2

i'm a 28 year old female and my hairline is thinning to where you can see my scalp. what can i do for this?

Accepted Answer

See dermatologist: Begin with diagnosis. Most common= androgenetic alopecia. Need list of all meds, vits, supplements. Menstrual and pregnancy history. Any birth control. General health and weight changes. Family history. History of surgery or injury. Hair style? Need exam by dermatologist. NOT SIMPLE.

Question 3

i m taking taltz for controlling my psoriasis problem.  i have a feeling that the effectiveness of the medication is starting to drop after one year as i m seeing that i have some flare for my psoriasis on my scalp.  is my assumption correct?

Accepted Answer

Talk to your doctor: Although drug tolerance can develop to many drugs in some cases, it may also be from the increasing severity of your illness. Best to consult your doctor.

Question 4

my two year old has a dry scalp. what can i do to treat this?

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Little dab'll do you: Try a little dab of olive oil on the scalp. Think about what you're using to wash your kid's hair. Could the shampoo be drying out the scalp?

Question 5

i had thick hair a year ago now my hair have starting thinning not so much on the top but on the sides they are quite thin and i can see the scalp.

Accepted Answer

Make appointment: to see dermatologist to determine if this is male pattern hair loss or something else. you may need biopsy of scalp and blood work. there are many treatments available to slow hair loss and stimulate hair regrowth

Question 6

im a 17 year boy a studnt n i hav been experiencin hairfal 4rm a quite a lng time but only 4rm the past few mnths its becomin more n i hv a oily scalp?

Accepted Answer

Seborrhoic dermatiti: It is possible that you have seborrhoic dermatitis. .You might try 1 percent Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo. If that doesn't work schedule an appointment with a dermatologist.

Question 7

what to do if i have painful oozing eczema on my 5 year olds scalp.help!?

Accepted Answer

Sign of Infection: Infection- visit primary doctor for any evidence of yellow crusting open lesions to make sure there is no underlying infection. These infections may be treated with either topical antibiotics such as bactroban (mupirocin) and may even need oral antibiotic course.

Question 8

what could cause painful, oozing eczema on my 5 year olds scalp? what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Sign of Infection: Infection- visit primary doctor for any evidence of yellow crusting open lesions to make sure there is no underlying infection. These infections may be treated with either topical antibiotics such as bactroban (mupirocin) and may even need oral antibiotic course.

Question 9

my 3 year old had a very red scalp. it's not itchy or blistered, what could this be?

Accepted Answer

No Clue...!: If red scalp is the only symptom for longer time, s/he needs to be examined by the pediatrician to find out the cause, if any.

Question 10

i am a 29 year old female and my hair is thinning so badly that i can see my scalp. please help!

Accepted Answer

Alopecia: Have your doctor make sure you don't have any thyroid issues.  Its a very common disease with women especially and associated with hair loss (hypothyroid).  Then examine any medications or supplements you may be taking.  Minimize minimize minimize....you may find the problem easily.  Make sure your not using any harsh chemical washing, conditioning or coloring your hair as well.

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What to do if my scalp hurts. ouch. 21 year old female.?

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I'm a 28 year old female and my hairline is thinning to where you can see my scalp. what can i do for this?

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I m taking taltz for controlling my psoriasis problem. i have a feeling that the effectiveness of the medication is starting to drop after one year as i m seeing that i have some flare for my psoriasis on my scalp. is my assumption correct?

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My two year old has a dry scalp. what can i do to treat this?

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I had thick hair a year ago now my hair have starting thinning not so much on the top but on the sides they are quite thin and i can see the scalp.

A member asked:

Im a 17 year boy a studnt n i hav been experiencin hairfal 4rm a quite a lng time but only 4rm the past few mnths its becomin more n i hv a oily scalp?

A member asked:

What to do if i have painful oozing eczema on my 5 year olds scalp.help!?

A member asked:

What could cause painful, oozing eczema on my 5 year olds scalp? what should i do?

A member asked:

My 3 year old had a very red scalp. it's not itchy or blistered, what could this be?

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I am a 29 year old female and my hair is thinning so badly that i can see my scalp. please help!

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