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Folliculitis type sores all over scalp 5 yrs. no pres.meds, lotions, shampoos or creams clear it. now stings..like needles poking my scalp.
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Be specific: Send question again with list of all meds by name and dose. No answer is possible without exact knowledge of all past and present therapies. Why the huge dose of Benadryl (diphenhydramine)? If you have not seen a dermatologist already, you should do so.
Answered 9/9/2016
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