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1. What is dandruff?
Dandruff is a long term condition of the scalp, in which small pieces of dry and dead skin appearing as white powder are visible on the hair and clothes. It is known to cause itching on the scalp. The dandruff often fall on the shoulder and forehead causing embarrassment.
2. Is dandruff permanent?
Though dandruff is a long term condition, it is not permanent. It can be treated by various methods like antifungal medicines, regularly washing the hair, and a few home remedies like applying lemon juice.
3. What is the primary cause of dandruff?
There are several causes of dandruff. A fungus called malassezia is found on the scalp of most adults which causes dandruff. Dry skin can also cause dandruff.
4. Who can treat dandruff?
Dandruff can be be controlled by the home remedies and various antidandruff shampoos available in the market. However, if they dont work and the scalp becomes red and itchy continuously, one must consult a doctor who is a skin specialist (dermatologist) or a trichologist.
5. When does dandruff require medical treatment?
When the anti-dandruff preparations which are available in the market fail to control dandruff, and dandruff continuously causes red and itchy scalp, then it requires medical treatment by a doctor who is specialized to treat skin diseases.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is dandruff?
Dandruff is a condition of the scalp that causes flakes of skin to appear and is often accompanied by itching. The exact cause is unknown, but various factors increase the risk. It is not related to poor hygiene, but it may be more visible if a person does not wash or brush their hair often.
What is the treatment for dandruff?
The treatment of dandruff is mainly using medicated shampoo such as
- Pyrithione zinc shampoo - antibacterial and antifungal
- Tar based shampoo - coal tar reduces the skin’s capability to dry and flake off
- Shampoos containing salicylic acid
- Selenium sulfide shampoo
- Ketoconazole shampoo
However, before planning to use any of the medical shampoos to treat dandruff, please consult the doctor and have a discussion about the side effects and benefits of all the available medical shampoos.
What are the lifestyle modifications or home remedies for Dandruff?
- Learn to manage stress in life
- Eat a healthy diet
- Shampoo, brush and oil hair, often little sunlight is proven to be good for controlling the dandruff
- Limit the usage of hairstyling products
What is the alternative medicine used for Dandruff Treatment?
Few of the alternative treatments for dandruff are:
- Application of tea tree oil, coconut oil
- Aloe vera has also some proven benefits