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Sores on scalp, 5 to 7. felt bite once. lice otc treatment twice, no signs of lice, bedbugs, insects. trying nizoral shampoo. any suggestion if insect or other might be cause. thought about fleas, have cats but no sign of fleas?

Q: sores on scalp, 5 to 7. felt bite once. lice otc treatment twice, no signs of lice, bedbugs, insects. trying nizoral shampoo. any suggestion if insect or other might be cause. thought about fleas, have cats but no sign of fleas?

: Sores can represent a bacterial of fungal infection as well as a skin condition. An in person evaluation will be required to sort this out.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Sores can represent a bacterial of fungal infection as well as a skin condition. An in person evaluation will be required to sort this out.

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Answered 1/5/2022

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Dr. Joseph Eastern answered

Nizoral shampoo is a good first option. If symptoms persist, you will need to see a dermatologist for a thorough examination and proper treatment.

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A member asked:

Sores on scalp, 5 to 7. felt bite once. lice otc treatment twice, no signs of lice, bedbugs, insects. trying nizoral shampoo. any suggestion if insect or other might be cause. thought about fleas, have cats but no sign of fleas?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Singh agreed

Dr. Joseph Eastern answered

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