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Mom of a 4 yr 7 m old boy4 years ago

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my baby is 4 months old and he scratches his head a lot. earlier there were dandruff like patches on the scalp which is now not there but he still scratches his hairs a lot. Any reason why and how can it be stopped?

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ExpertDr.Deepinder Kaur DhawanObstetrician and Gynaecologist4 years ago

A. massage with coconut twice or thrice a day. once consult your paediatrician for proper examination of the child and start treatment as advised. it should be cradle cap.. not dandruff

Author of questionMom of a 4 yr 7 m old boy4 years ago

A. thanks for the corrections.. yes the cradle cap is not there now but he still scratches his head often..

RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl4 years ago

A. It’s Not dandruff it’s basically cradle Which you are thinking I am confusing with and if it’s completely normal for kids to have that just keep the scalp clean and brush it properly once you wash the head and scalp of your child gradually slowly once the cradle Starts to fall of two starts to subside then automatically the irritation itching problem will also be in control

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