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8 year old son- clump of dead skin on scalp. when moistened and removed hair came out to leaving raw itchy spot. what could this be?
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Hard to say: It is difficult to say without being able to examine the area. Why don't you speak with your pediatrician.
Answered 2/26/2014
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