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A member asked:

My 7 yr old daughter has alapesha what would you recommend that's over-the-counter n gentle to treat her scalp with?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Cause?: You should see a dermatologist to determine what's causing the cause is. If its alopecia areata there ot be much he can do to help.

Answered 2/14/2013

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Cause? : See a dermatologist to establish a cause. If she has seborrhoic dermatitis he can prescribe a n anti fungal shampoo, but if its alopecia areata it may not be treatable.

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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