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My child is 5 years old and her hair is vary dry she will scratch it until it bleed i done try almost everything. what is the thing to use for her hair to stop the itchy and dryness?

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Dr. Kate Erwin answered

Pediatrician: That’s a lot of itching and scratching! Would suggest taking your daughter to her pediatrician to find the cause of her itching. It could be something other than dry skin. Doctor will recommend the appropriate treatment. Best of luck!

Answered 2/13/2021

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A member asked:

My child is 5 years old and her hair is vary dry she will scratch it until it bleed i done try almost everything. what is the thing to use for her hair to stop the itchy and dryness?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kate Erwin answered

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