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- Also called: Seborrhea or seborrheic dermatitis
- Type of ailment: A form of dermatitisMedicineNet.com: Dandruff (Seborrhea)
- Duration: ChronicMayoClinic.com: Dandruff
- Common medication or therapy: Specially formulated shampoo.
- Over 60% of people experience dandruff at some point in their livesNaturalBodySkincare: How to get rid of Dandruff
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Although there are many different causes of dandruff, the resulting effects—a dry, flaky and sometimes itchy scalp—are virtually always the same.MayoClinic.com: Dandruff The most common treatment for dandruff is daily use of an over-the-counter anti-dandruff shampoo, which will often help clear up mild to moderate cases of daily dandruff. Different types of dandruff shampoos have different active ingredients, so some work better than others, depending on the individual. Some cases of dandruff, including those caused by seborrheic dermatitis, may need to be treated with stronger medicated shampoos or other doctor-prescribed medications.Understanding Dandruff - Treatment
Possible Causes
- Malassezia fungus
- Infrequent shampooing
- Eczema
- Psoriasis
- Dry or oily skin
- Oversensitivity to hair productsMayoClinic.com: Dandruff: Causes
Dandruff Symptoms
- White flakes in the hair on the head, or in other hairy facial areas, such as the eyebrows and beard
- Dry, itchy scalp and/or face
- Eczema on the ears
- A rash on the chest characterized by flaky areas and red spots
- Oily scalp
- A rash near the eyebrows, ears, and noseeMedicineHealth: Dandruff Symptoms
Disclaimer
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