Last Updated on Jun 20, 2011
What is Dandruff?
- White flakes of dead skin
- Dandruff mostly affects scalp
- Not a health hazard but a nuisance
- A fungus, Malassezia
- It feeds on scalp's natural oils
- Produces acid which causes itch
- Other factors:
- Climate
- Stress
- Hormone production
- Oily skin
- Food habits
- Use anti-dandruff, conditioner-based shampoo
- Rinse scalp for 5 minutes with shampoo
- If resistant, apply 1 % hydrocortisone cream
- If severe, consult a dermatologist /trichologist
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- Cannot be prevented but managed
- Use good quality shampoo
- Wash hair frequently
- Avoid using gels/ waxes
- Eat a healthy diet
- Psoriasis, Impetigo, Tinea capitis
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A very nice article on first aid on dandruff. Dandruff is a problem which comes if you do not take care of your hair. As a medical counselor I have to say hair problems are growing in today's world. Skin disease, Genetic problem, Stress problems can account to hair loss problems. People keep neglecting their hair each day resulting to hair loss problem.