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10 year old child scalp hurts when touched or brushed in certain area. face turns red 30 mins. small bump in scalp. drs have no clue?

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Needs work up : Could be fungal infection of the scalp, folliculitis, etc. Needs KOH prep of the scalp skin scraping from affected areas. Based on the diagnosis treatment can be advised, I am hoping he was seen by a dermatologist.

Answered 1/12/2015

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