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I am suffering from psoriasis on my scalp so many years and i have been buying and applying the anti-fungal cream. its not helping at all.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Not fungal: Psoriasis is not caused by a fungus and thus OTC shampoo for psoriasis will likely be more effective. If these preparations failed, then consult a dermatologist. Antifungal is maninly for seborrhea .

Answered 6/24/2015

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A member asked:

I am suffering from psoriasis on my scalp so many years and i have been buying and applying the anti-fungal cream. its not helping at all.

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Dr. John Chiu answered

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