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5 months post-op. Lately my skin feels dry and itchy. What is the best medication or shampoo? (photo)

May 19, 2019
Asked By:Grsej in Peje

its been 5 months since my ht, im kinda happy with the result so far, but lately i feel like my skin is to dry and like my head is itchy, whats the best medication or shampo? I'm only using vitamins right now

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Answer: Dry skin

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Answer: Dry skin

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