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What to do if i have oily scalp.. and i find pimples on my scalp which are quite painful. how can i get it cured?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See a dermatologist: or your primary care doctor. If you've already tried over-the-counter shampoos, you may need a prescription cream/lotion or shampoo. It's important to be diagnosed properly to get the proper treatment, which can be done by either of the doctors I mentioned.

Dr Pack agreed

Answered 5/27/2017

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