>He has had skin problems almost since birth: first acne, then eczema, >and
>now thick crusty patches over the entire top of his head.

Sounds like a fungal infection of the scalp.  Suggest she try either Paul
Mitchell No. 3 shampoo (works like a charm, but is being phased out, so may
be hard to find) or Paul Mitchell Tea Tree Shampoo (also works well).

Kathy D.
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