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    I have had a problem with my scalp forever. I had it looked at years ago and was told Psoriasis.
    My dad has it too. We both sit there and just pick at it.
    I was reading this site and thinking it may be folliculitis.
    I do not dance anymore and am currently not employed, so go to the derm is out of the question. As soon as I get health ins I so will.
    I have tried the psoroasis 3% salitic acid shampoo. Doesn't seem to do much. tried tea tree. same. I even tried diluted listerine in case it was fungal.Kinda helps with the itch.
    When I used to color my hair it seemed to dry it up. But I'm a paranoid freak and don't like dying it with this crap on there. I don't want to cause an allergic reaction. ( I've never been allergic to anything so far)
    Anyone else have this and what do you do?
    Thanks.

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    Default Re: Scalp pimples?

    I have psoriasis. The Nizoral shampoo takes care of it. I use it once or twice a week and no problems. When I dont use it for a week or so, I notice flakes and itch.

    Good luck with yours! i hope you figure it out. Doesnt sound like what I have though...
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    Thanks. I think I was misdiagnosed way back when. There was no skin scraping sent to a lab, just a quick look.
    But I have noticed it seems more like the pimples that happen on my face are just migrating back- or those are affecting my face. Nothing hideous, but plenty annoying.
    Before I scratch them they feel like little raised bumps. And of course scratching makes it way worse. But it's hard as hell to keep my hands off. When I had the acrylic nails it wasn't so bad. But I gave those up a year ago. Sigh.

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    I understand, believe me! When I get off the Nizoral, I just HAVE TO scratch, sometimes until it bleeds. But no raised bumps, only scabs from when I scratch too hard.
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    Thanks! I really should try thr Nizoral anyway. My husband uses it, but I read the back and wimped out.
    How long before you noticed results off it? Do you use it every day or once in awhile?
    Do you use it even after you scratch?

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    I use it about twice a week-but ive been on it for over 6 years. When I started, I used it almost every day for a week or two. I think I noticed results after the first week...hard to remember though. And yes, I use it even after I scratch.

    Make sure to shampoo into a good lather, then leave it on for about 3-5 minutes. Ill put in on first thing in the shower, then rinse after Im done washing and shaving.
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    Default Re: Scalp pimples?

    It sounds like seborrheic dermatitis. I have this too and have had a couple of crazy flare ups before.

    If its really bad you might want to consider saving the money for a derm. Some will do it at a really discounted rate since you dont have insurance. If i were you I would call around. The only thing that cured my couple of large flare ups was OLUX foam and i tried everything. Its prescription but it lasts a while.

    The thing that controls it now longterm so i dont have flair ups is selsun blue shampoo with selenium sulfide. I use it coupled with cvs brand scalp relief liquid that has 3 percent salicylic acid.

    good luck girl!

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    Default Re: Scalp pimples?

    Thanks for the ideas. I have to figure it out. Maybe I will try the nizoral first. Are you using the 1% over the counter?

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    Currently, yes. At first I had prescription stuff, but I don't need it anymore so just buy OTC Nizoral.
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    In case it is bacterial I am now using Cetaphil body soap with triclosan. And I am only conditioning my ends. I will get back soon with how it's going.

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