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A member asked:

I have small red bumps on my scalp. they're itchy, painful atop thinning hair. what is it?

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Dr. Victor Bonuel answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Get examined: It could be seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis etc. Only your dr can make an accurate dx. Have a great week. God bless!

Answered 3/21/2018

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