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What's the sand like pieces i find on my scalp when running my fingers through? hard oil? i have hair loss. is it related?
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You probably: You probably have seborrheic dermatitis. Please see a dermatologist to get the correct diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 6/29/2014
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