Skin falling from scalp

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Asked for Male, 22 Years

I'm using minoxidil for hair growth. My skin on scalp falls like small scales. It's like psoriasis. I don't have skin irritation. No pain, no irritation.When combing my hair, skin falling. Small scales of skin coming out. When I'm not using minoxidil, everything is ok. No skin fall when I'm not using minoxidil. I'm using minoxidil 5%( regaine 5%). So what would be the reason is it because of minoxidil or other reasons for my skin fall. No rash, no irritation, no pain. Only while combing skin falling.

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Dr. Parthiban Udayakumar

Dermatologist 12 yrs exp Coimbatore

Minoxidil can cause dryness of scalp... It won't cause scales... So these scales may be die to dandruff or psoriasis... U can consult a dermatologist and take appropriate lotions or shampoos

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu

Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing head skin falling.. Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.