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Can i put polytar (coal tar) shampoo on inflammed scalp?
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Define "inflamed".: If you mean that there is an active infection in your scalp, i would seek treatment from your doctor or a dermatologist first. If you mean inflammation due to psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis, that's what polytar (coal tar) is for.
Answered 8/11/2012
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