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A 19-year-old male asked:

Been struggling with a thick flaky scalp and i've tried everything from oils to home remedies like vinegar and tea tree oil but nothing seems to work. it itches when i sweat and anti dandruff shampoos don't help either. any solutions?

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Dr. Arnold Lentnek
Dr. Arnold Lentnekanswered
Infectious Disease 55 years experience
Those home remedies very unlikely to be helpful. Sounds like seborrheic dermatitis (or eczema). Check with your doctor for more effective treatment
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