A 19-year-old female asked:
Why does my head itches?
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Dr. Pankaj Desaianswered
Internal Medicine 44 years experience
Itching of scalp: It is possible you have very dry scalp or dandruff- have your family doctor examine you, .
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A 21-year-old male asked:
Head itches before I shower. What could this be?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

A Verified Doctoranswered
Family Medicine 49 years experience
Multiple causes: dry hair, scalp, dandruff, seborrhea of the scalp, folliculitis, reaction to soaps, shampoo or condition. Please seek a medical exam.
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Last updated Jul 12, 2018
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