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My derm. said all clear with seborheic dermatitis . but can demodex be a reason why i still feel grains and like scalp feels like hairs moving on top?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

No: Demodex is too small. You cannot feel them. You fail to list any item used for seborrheic dermatitis. If you have it you will need continuing treatment for control.

Answered 9/16/2015

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A member asked:

My derm. said all clear with seborheic dermatitis . but can demodex be a reason why i still feel grains and like scalp feels like hairs moving on top?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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