Dandruff Questions

Hi, your scalp needs to be examined to rule out dry scalp conditions which are treated with stronger medicines. Ketoconazole shampoo helps in treatment of dandruff. Avoid oiling your scalp. Use a mild shampoo like triclenz first and anti dandruff shampoo later. Do see your local dermatologist or consult online for further assessment and advice.

No this type of application may harm or scalp and skin also..use any anti dandruff shampoo of reputed pharmacy or consult a doctor

Dandruff is caused by malassezia furfur, a normal commensal on the skin, meaning everybody has it all the time. Most people have no symptoms. But in case of some people there is an overgrowth due to their particular sebum constitution and this manifests as dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis etc. It usually gets worse in winter drier climates. Better in summers.
The only way to make sure there is no over growth of the fungus and no symptoms is regular use of antifungal shampoos/lotion in a freq...more

treatment depends on the severity...Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Yes dandruff can also lead to increased hair fall. Avoid oiling of scalp. You can use noskurf lotion at night and keep it overnight and wash your scalp next day with a ketoconazole salicylic acid based shampoo.

Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff and neck rash.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

I am sorry to hear about your concern but will be happy to assist you.
There are many brands available depends upon scalp type.
Let's connect over a call so that we can discuss your concern in details and make a suitable treatment plan for you.

your description seems to be of seborrhoeic dermatitis. this maybe accompanied by hair loss which is called male pattern baldness. please consult by online consultation option

Use saldan shampoo for dandruff. Apply it over your scalp 15 mins before washing. Wash it off and then wash your scalp with a gentle shampoo like Triclenz. Avoid leaving oil over the scalp overnight.

Hello lybrate-user!
sometimes dryness of scalp too causes itching. For a healthy hair healthy scalp is needed. Have a balanced nutritious diet. Include nuts and fruits in your diet. Moisturise scalp with almond oil/ olive oil mixed with castor oil. Apply tea tree oil or you can mix it with shampoo. Use anti dandruff shampoo only twice a week. Anti dandruff shampoo containing zinc pyrithione, sulphate and zinc oxide, selenium are active ingredients you can apply.