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My scalp is really hurting, no red spots or visible dryness, what could be the cause? i'm not wearing it in a right ponytail either

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Dryness: is often NOT VISIBLE Try using a moisturizer and if you are shampooing more than twice a week STOP IT! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/12/2015

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A member asked:

My scalp is really hurting, no red spots or visible dryness, what could be the cause? i'm not wearing it in a right ponytail either

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

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