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scalp irritation
by paddypaws, Jul 15, 2008 10:27AM
hi can any one give me some advise, a few weeks ago istarted to have a very itchy scalp and burning sensation its driving me in sane , i went to doctors and they gave me antibiotics which did nothing . i went back and they gave me a steroid lotion and told me to use a coal tar shampoo which i have done but to no avail. now my doctor says they dont know what else to give me that they are baffled . i just wish i could find something that would cool my head down and give me some relief.
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For how long have you been experiencing this scalp irritation?
If this is the case, then seborrheic dermatitis, fungal infection and an allergic reaction may be differentials. Also, parasitic infections may be considered. I suggest that further evaluation be done. Cases of irritant dermatitis may present with irritation devoid of a rash. So if you have any previous history of allergies, then this likely may be an allergic reaction or a dermatitic skin condition secondary to an irritant.
You may take oral antihistamines for this. Discuss this with your doctor prior to taking medications. Skin scrapings on the area may be obtained for further evaluation and to ascertain if fungal infection is present.
Since you are not responding to either of the two medications which are commonly prescribed for inflammatory scalp conditions then it could be an allergic reaction going by your symptoms.
Maybe you could try taking anti-histamine medications like Cetrizine/Loratidine and see if you get any relief.
Also try and apply something cool on the head, like menthol-based cream/lotion to try and alleviate the burning/itching.
thankyou