I'm developing these white bead-like things on my scalp that I can pull out with my nails. Even after I shampoo, they come back in about 2-3 days, and sometimes they're black. I'm also experiencing hair thinning and hair fall. Could you let me know what's going on?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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6+ Yrs

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this could be dandruff which is a fungal infection .wash your scalp regularly and can use antfungal shampoo and lotion for better result, visit dermatologist for appropriate tretament.

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