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I have very severe itching and flaking of the scalp. i was told by a dermatologist that i "might" have sebborheic dermatitis. what shampoos can i use to help with the problem of stubborn itching? i've tried head and shoulders and demorex.
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Shampoo: Two good ones are selenium sulfide 2.5% (selsun) and tea tree oil shampoo (5%). Both are effective and well tolerated. Prescription medications may be needed though.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Seb derm: I'd use a tar based shampoo, zinc based, or a salicylic acid based shampoo. Sometimes its good to rotate them, using one one day and another the next. Leave in 3 min before rinsing. I would not advise a tea tree shampoo as these products can cause gynecomastia in men.
Answered 2/28/2013
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