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I get very hard sebum plugs on my scalp after washing hair. scalp also bevomes painful. there's not much flaking. is it seb dermatitis?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Possibly: Try an anti-seb shampoo and if this FAILS see yoour PCP Primary Care Provider who may wish to refer you to a DERMATOLOGIST for a definitive diagnosis! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 2/6/2016

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A member asked:

I get very hard sebum plugs on my scalp after washing hair. scalp also bevomes painful. there's not much flaking. is it seb dermatitis?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Juchau agreed

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