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Can ketoconazole cream 2% be used on the scalp? if so, how would i apply it?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

Yes but why?: It is safe on the scalp but the scalp is an unusual site for yeast infection

Dr Ingram and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 4/23/2019

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