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What can my family doctor do for my severe dandruff? i'v tried all different shampoos. i pick at my scalp because of it and find huge chucks of scalp.

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

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May not be : Simple dandruff. Go see a dermatologist. May be scalp psoriasis or some other treatable condition.

Answered 8/29/2014

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A member asked:

What can my family doctor do for my severe dandruff? i'v tried all different shampoos. i pick at my scalp because of it and find huge chucks of scalp.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

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