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Every month i get this scab like dandruff in my hair yet when i brush my hair it bleeds, what do i do and what is this?

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Scalp infection: Infected seborrheic dermatitius with impetigo- get seen and treated with topical and oral antibiotics.

Answered 9/5/2014

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Dr. Jeffrey Levine answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Seb Derm / Psoriasis: Ur condition could be due to seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis. Both can cause the symptoms u describe, but treatment is different. U can try Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo 2-3 x/week as directed, and either Selsun Blue or Head & Shoulders intensive treatment the other days. If no improvement w/i next 2+ weeks, see a clinician to determine if u have psoriasis, which requires topical steroid/tar treatments.

Answered 9/5/2014

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