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A 24-year-old male asked:

My scalp is very itchy even though i use an anti-dandruff/itch shampoo. it is itchiest on the crown and back of my head.

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Dr. Hasan Khondker
Dr. Hasan Khondkeranswered
Internal Medicine 15 years experience
May not be dandruff: If it is getting worse with the dandruff shampoo it most likely isnt dandruff. You should get it checked out by a dermatologist
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Dr. Tanya Russo
Dr. Tanya Russoanswered
Pediatrics 27 years experience
DHS zinc shampoo: You may be dealing with a skin condition a bit more severe than simple dandruff. DHS Zinc shampoo is an over the counter shampoo that helps many people with conditions that cause severe itching, such as psoriasis.
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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata
Dr. Jan Lei Iwata commented
Ophthalmology 28 years experience
If that doesn't help, may need to get Rx from doctor like Nizoral to help out. Don't use both at the same time Zn + Nizoral. OTC is available.!
Jul 31, 2014

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