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A 51-year-old male asked about a 42-year-old female:

Itchy back of head which extend halfway on back. using scalp help which contains hydrocortisone 1% seborrheic dermatitis/psoriasis anti itch liquid. not helping. taking allergy medicine too. had this for over month now. please advice?

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Dr. John Goldmananswered

Rheumatology 57 years experience

Time to see dermatol: It is time to see dermatology and get a definite diagnosis. It may be psoriasis. You can try T-Gel Shampoo which might help.

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