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My daughter is experiencing flaking skin on scalp. the following also describe her: skin redness or irritation and painful skin. what should she do? i also have a picture of the red spot if i'm able to send it
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SeborrhicDermatitis?: From your description it seems your daughter may have Seborrhic Dermatitis a skin condition that affects the scalp.It needs to be properly diagnosed and appropriatelytreated as it is a chronic condition and needs proper treatment.It may be be some other skin condition.Consult her doctor or a Dermatologist.How old is your daughter?
Answered 6/20/2017
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