21 y/o. MPB. Having an itchy/burning scalp no matter what I do or try. Any advice please? Thanks.
    9/30/2019

    From the encyclopedia
    Ketoconazole →

    Antifungal, best known as a dandruff shampoo

    Finasteride →

    Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically

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    In this question or advice post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    💧 Ketoconazole (topical) 2% 5 months
    💊 Prednisone (oral)
    💊 Finasteride (oral)
    💧 Apple Cider Vinegar (topical)
    💧 Nizoral (topical)
    💧 Tea Tree Shampoo (topical)
    💧 T Gel (topical)
    💧 T Sal (topical)
    the tone is 😞 negative with no improvement results.

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    A 21-year-old experiencing itchy and burning scalp with hair loss was diagnosed with MPB and scalp inflammation. They were prescribed Ketoconazole, Prednisone, Clindamycin, and Finasteride, and are considering trying antihistamines, dietary changes, and "nopoo" to alleviate symptoms.
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