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Can atopic dermatitis occur on only scalp? my scalp gets irritated by water n sweat n theres no moisture. its been 3 years. it started suddenly.
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May not be atopy: It could be seborrhic dermatitis check the hair oil ,conditioners or shampoo make sure to have your dermatologist do a scraping test for fungus so they can treat for scalp fungus i nfection
Answered 3/11/2016
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