I've noticed that the skin on my scalp is getting really rough and there are these white patches appearing. When I scratch them, some flakes fall off like dandruff. Should I be worried about this? What might be causing it and what can I do to treat it?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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2+ Yrs

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Minoxidil 5. for local application ,once daily for 3-6 weeks is advised, tab finasteride 5 mg once daily for 3-6 weeks is advised to the patient.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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I've noticed that the skin on my scalp is getting really rough and there are these white patches appearing. When I scratch them, some flakes fall off like dandruff. Should I be worried about this? What might be causing it and what can I do to treat it?

Minoxidil 5. for local application ,once daily for 3-6 weeks is advised, tab finasteride 5 mg once daily for 3-6 weeks is advised to the patient.

More Dermatology Health Queries

I'm looking for an alternative to Melacare cream that's just as effective. Can you suggest something?

I'm really worried because I've been dealing with Idiopathic Guttate Hypomelanosis, and it just seems to be getting worse over time. Have you seen cases like this before and are there any treatments that actually work?

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