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Dermatologist•Kozhikode
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
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
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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.
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Do you have dandruff problem also. Regularly wash your hair with mild shampoo. 1. Vitamin for hair loss.(a, b and c)
2. Enrich diet with protein. 3. Do warm coconut oil massage. Take coconut oil and heat it up so that it is warm, but not too hot. Massage your scalp with this hot oil for a few minutes.
4. Avoid brushing wet hair. 5. Keep yourself hydrated. 6. Put on a shower cap for an hour then shampoo your hair. It helps to stop hair loss and promote hair growth.
7. Avoid hairstyles...more
2. Enrich diet with protein. 3. Do warm coconut oil massage. Take coconut oil and heat it up so that it is warm, but not too hot. Massage your scalp with this hot oil for a few minutes.
4. Avoid brushing wet hair. 5. Keep yourself hydrated. 6. Put on a shower cap for an hour then shampoo your hair. It helps to stop hair loss and promote hair growth.
7. Avoid hairstyles...more
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Better take homoeopathic treatment and cure it permanently.
You can consult me online for proper homeopathic treatment.
You can consult me online for proper homeopathic treatment.
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