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Does grey hair cause itchy scalp?

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Dr. Shelly Friedman answered

Specializes in Dermatology

No: Seborrhea causes itchiness. Shampoo daily with a dandruff shampoo.

Answered 5/23/2021

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No: Graying should not cause itching.

Answered 4/4/2018

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A member asked:

Does grey hair cause itchy scalp?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Shelly Friedman answered

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