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Dandruff and Seborrheic dermatitis
What's difference between dandruff and Seborrheic dermatitis? If I'm having Seborrheic dermatitis, can i use oil on my hair?
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Dandruff is a common layman term for seborheic capitis.
Seborheic dermatitis is greasy and flaky scaling along with underlying redness due to increased sebum (oil) production. It can occur in face , shoulders.
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limit the use of oil. Ideally apply limited amount 2 hours prior to hairwash. repeat 2 -3 times a week
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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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