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I have a permanent rash at the base of my scalp. i used to take a cream (forgot the name) that used to bring the swelling down temporarily. but once i stop using the cream, the rash comes back again.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get checked: Rash on scalp is commonly fungal. Most of these rashes need an oral agent to get them to resolve.

Dr Modi agreed

Answered 8/26/2019

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A member asked:

I have a permanent rash at the base of my scalp. i used to take a cream (forgot the name) that used to bring the swelling down temporarily. but once i stop using the cream, the rash comes back again.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Dr Modi agreed

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