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What is a good shampoo for sore itchy scalp is there a dr you can see for this thanks?

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Dr. David Lortscher
Dr. David Lortscheranswered
Dermatology 15 years experience
Zinc: Use a shampoo that contains zinc pyrithione, such as Head & Shoulders. This is anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. It treats seborrheic dermatitis and can help prevent folliculitis.
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