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My scalp feeling itchy and irritated?

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Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

See U PCP : For evaluation and work up , if he can't find the reason he can refer u to a dermatologist.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/1/2019

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