How To Remove Flakes From Scalp- 606 Questions Answered

From last 20 days specially i am suffering from scalp flakes which r yellowish in colour and mainly in central area and back of head and r easiyl removed by hands along with hair sometimes...using water after removing flakes causes burning irritation.... N oil secretions of scalp r also increased as well as hairfall is aslo increased suddenly.

Asked for Female, 19 Years 601 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

You are suffering from sebopsoriasis.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, for accurate diagnosis and tr ... Read More

I'm suffering from scalp flakes from long time still not find any solution for this you are kindly requested to help in this regard.

Asked for Male, 37 Years 301 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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Scalp flaking can be due to several reasons. Psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis or simply severe dandruff. It is not advisable to prescribe without examining the patient. Kindly send photos using privat ... Read More

Having some flakes adherent to my scalp which come off when i scratch over it ... Need advise to properly treat.? Dandruff

Asked for Male, 28 Years 150 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing flaky dandruff... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation fo ... Read More

My scalp is having a problem of accumulating flakes layer. I tried hard to reduce it but nothing happens. Even If wash my hair with shampoo daily still i find flakes layer on my scalp. It's sweats all the time and I am loosing my hair day by day.

Asked for Male, 27 Years 204 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

Dandruff can be treated with lotions and shampoo (not commercial ones). Some people do have more oily scalp which cause visible flakes which we cause dandruff. There are some other conditions also whi ... Read More

Hi, I'm facing a dry scalp problem , whenever I take hair wash for 2 to 3 hrs my scalp looks clean and after that some white flakes are formed in the scalp and because of this am facing hair loss problem , please can you suggest me some shampoo and hair loss is happening because of this flakes problem ?? please help me.

Asked for Male, 24 Years 218 Views v

Dr. Pradnya ManwatkarDermatologist | Mumbai

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You have dandruff. And it looks severe from your complaints. Only a shampoo will not help. Dandruff could be because of a lot of reasons. A thorough examination of the scalp will help diagnose the pro ... Read More

I have been having this issue for a while. Flakes come off from my scalp which appears to be dead skin. It's not like dandruff. The flakes vary in size and it's thin and off-white in colour. I am also having hair loss since the time this issue started.

Asked for Male, 24 Years 74 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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Psoriaisis and seborrhoeic dermatitis also present with flakes on scalp which look somewhat like dandruff. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment ... Read More

İ have dandruff and flaking scalp, sometimes when I take out these flakes with my nails, there is minor bleeding also, I used oils and shampoos regularly after then aslo nothing is good, I even went bald to omit this but no response yet, please suggest me proper medication , home remedies are not working.

Asked for Male, 22 Years 122 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff... Medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed pres ... Read More

My scalp and hair is always dry. There is flaking with a little itching on different areas on the scalp, also there is hair loss.

Asked for Male, 28 Years 70 Views v

Dr. Shuhaib MPCosmetologist | Pune

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Greetings,you might be facing issue if seborrheic eczema/ dermatitis which is a common inflammatory skin condition that causes flaky, scaly patches on the skin, especially the scalp. Without seeing ca ... Read More

Ive been suffering with the scalp itching since last 5-6 months. When i scratch some fluid comes from it. And i could see flakes in my hair which looks very bad

Asked for Male, 30 Years 50 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing fluids and flaky skin.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affect ... Read More

Serious scalp flaking and losing hair... especially towards the centre of the head. Tried medicated shampoos, oil massage nothing seems to be working. Yelp!

Asked for Male, 41 Years 94 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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Please don't use oil as it would increase the flaking. There are many reasons for scalp flakes like psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis or simply dandruff. All can be treated. It is not advisable to pres ... Read More

Constant itching on the center of the scalp with slight burning.. small black color flakes likes substance are coming out and sometimes liquid like substance oozing out. Please suggest about this condition

Asked for Female, 30 Years 29 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Facing this issue from years with constant itching, flakes and sometimes watery like substance coming out

Asked for Female, 30 Years 40 Views v

Dr. Sujata MauryaDermatologist | Bareilly

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Is this only over one site? Is there any history of prolonged sun exposure? Much more detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment plan Kindly sh ... Read More

My father who is 64 years old is bald.. his scalp has too much flakes and dandruff..it is too much irritating for him also..im winter its increased.what should he does??what can be used ?

Asked for Female, 33 Years 47 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi i have been have hairfall like around 60-70 in a day not much but considerable high I visited dermatologist he told that this is not any sign of male pattern baldness because crown area and sides are normal Instead of identifying root cause he gave me minoxidil, finasteride and all that I do know that they dont have any major side effects but

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Asked for Male, 27 Years 64 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I have dandruff and scalp is itchy and due to itchiness blood also comes and white flakes redness, please help me to this issue it's pains a lot very irritating it's

Asked for Female, 23 Years 63 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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Seborrheic dermatitis. Please contact me using online consult option for proper treatment ... Read More

Hi Sir / Medam, I have Scalp psoriosis from 10 years. I am getting severe flakes or scales and severe itching on scalp. Can you please tell me best simple and easy tablet or shampoo to cure or control scalp psoriosis ?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 51 Views v

Dr. Ch BikashDermatologist | Shillong

If severe, you might need oral medication to control it initially Difficult to comment without seeing ... Read More

Hi sir / medam, I have scalp psoriosis from 10 years. I am using homeopathy medicene from 3 months. I am getting severe scales or flakes in hair and getting severe itching on scalp while using homeopathy medicene . What is the reason can you please tell me ?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 36 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hi sir / medam, I have scalp psoriosis from 10 years. I am using homeopathy medicene from 3 months. I am getting severe scales or flakes in hair and getting severe itching on scalp while using homeopathy medicene . What is the reason can you please tell me ?

Asked for Male, 29 Years 64 Views v

Dr. A Amin HomeopathHomoeopath | Kolkata

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I have a very very itchy scalp & when I rub my hair a lot of flakes are falling & it's very very itchy when I Scratch it. Sometimes it's unbearable.

Asked for Male, 34 Years 41 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

My daughter is 6 yr old . She has redness of scalp only at back of head for past 6 months . No itching . Dr scrapped the redness under light . At that time white flakes coming . What is the ressson . Whether fungal causes focal scalp only one localised redness . Remaining scalp are normal colour . Dr prescribed flucaconazole 150 mg tablet for 19 kg

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Asked for Female, 6 Years 25 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Can I use ketoconozole shampoo as a regular shampoo like once a week for lifetime.I have itchy scalp,greesy scalp and sometimes white flakes appear on head

Asked for Male, 20 Years 64 Views v

Dr. Rashmi NandwanaDermatologist | Noida

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Kindly consult online for proper assessment and treatment. ... Read More

My 9 year old daughter got dry scalp with flakes and itching in this winter season.Also got forehead Acne. Which shampoo is best to use for dry scalp ?

Asked for Female, 37 Years 109 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I recently (90 days ) moved to cold country for work (poland) and my scalp started flaking up when I rub my hair. The few flakes are rounded and few are of irregular shape. After I take head bath, it is coming immediately but lesser And hairline appears white a bit, after applying coconut oil, it's normal. Additionally hair is getting too oily afte

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Asked for Male, 34 Years 65 Views v

Dr. Sonia TekchandaniDermatologist | Mumbai

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Very cold weather can cause the scalp to become more dry and this can trigger dandruff. Please take online consultation so that advise on how to manage this including medication and hair care regime c ... Read More

Good afternoon I am MBBS graduate since many areas I am getting scaly lesions on scalp continuously even though I am using anti dandruff shampoos continuously with no relief and I am thinking of scalp psoriasis as our derma HOD used to say scaly lesions involving till the back of scalp more likely scalp psoriasis . Kindly prescribe some medication

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Asked for Male, 24 Years 129 Views v

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.NarasimhaluDermatologist | Chennai

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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing scaly dandruff on scalp.. Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consult ... Read More

I have issue in my scalp Getting dandruff after 1 day head wash and dandruff and flakes also in beard and chest Dryness issue in ear and backside of ear Please help into resolve this issue Is any treatment is available for this and how to resolve this?

Asked for Male, 30 Years 78 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

I am observing too much dandruff or skin flakes in my scalp. R3cently I noticed dry skin with flakes below my eyes above my nose. I had consulted a dermatologist few months ago, and I was given vo369 ,hair anrich, amwisal lotion,zydip lotion,konaz shampoo, and I followed medicine for like 10 days or so, and could not follow up with the doctor. Act

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Asked for Male, 36 Years 495 Views v

Dr. Shaurya RohatgiDermatologist | Mumbai

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Seborrheic dermatitis is a common skin condition that primarily affects the scalp but can also occur on other parts of the body, including the face, chest, and back. Here's some information about it: ... Read More

I'm getting a lot of dandruff on my scalp and beard too. A lot of white flakes are shredding off whenever I try to pass my hand through the hairs. Even the scalp is not at oily and almost dry all the time. What should I do in order to get rid of it permanently??

Asked for Male, 23 Years 129 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

White flakes and like fish scalp in head and beard , it's coming daily , it is on the skin and also itch on head , and blood is coming also

Asked for Male, 27 Years 91 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Hair at crown area of my scalp is decreasing also my crown itches a lot along with some flakes comming from that place

Asked for Male, 22 Years 114 Views v

Dr. Ramkumar Dilip DhanukaDermatologist | Buldhana

It’s important to address these symptoms promptly. While it could be due to various reasons it’s best to consult. ... Read More

I have a lot of dandruff in my scalp and which doesn't go away by any anti dandruff shampoo. Whenever I scratch my head white flakes start shedding . And dandruff sometimes reaches to my beard and moustaches. Please help me get rid of this problem.

Asked for Male, 39 Years 75 Views v

Dr. ArpitaDermatologist | Ahmedabad

No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

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I'm suffering from scalp flakes from long time still not find any solution for this you are kindly requested to help in this regard.

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Having some flakes adherent to my scalp which come off when i scratch over it ... Need advise to properly treat.? Dandruff

My scalp is having a problem of accumulating flakes layer. I tried hard to reduce it but nothing happens. Even If wash my hair with shampoo daily still i find flakes layer on my scalp. It's sweats all the time and I am loosing my hair day by day.

I have been having this issue for a while. Flakes come off from my scalp which appears to be dead skin. It's not like dandruff. The flakes vary in size and it's thin and off-white in colour. I am also having hair loss since the time this issue started.

My scalp and hair is always dry. There is flaking with a little itching on different areas on the scalp, also there is hair loss.

Ive been suffering with the scalp itching since last 5-6 months. When i scratch some fluid comes from it. And i could see flakes in my hair which looks very bad

Serious scalp flaking and losing hair... especially towards the centre of the head. Tried medicated shampoos, oil massage nothing seems to be working. Yelp!

Constant itching on the center of the scalp with slight burning.. small black color flakes likes substance are coming out and sometimes liquid like substance oozing out. Please suggest about this condition

Facing this issue from years with constant itching, flakes and sometimes watery like substance coming out

My father who is 64 years old is bald.. his scalp has too much flakes and dandruff..it is too much irritating for him also..im winter its increased.what should he does??what can be used ?

I have dandruff and scalp is itchy and due to itchiness blood also comes and white flakes redness, please help me to this issue it's pains a lot very irritating it's

Hi Sir / Medam, I have Scalp psoriosis from 10 years. I am getting severe flakes or scales and severe itching on scalp. Can you please tell me best simple and easy tablet or shampoo to cure or control scalp psoriosis ?

Hi sir / medam, I have scalp psoriosis from 10 years. I am using homeopathy medicene from 3 months. I am getting severe scales or flakes in hair and getting severe itching on scalp while using homeopathy medicene . What is the reason can you please tell me ?

Hi sir / medam, I have scalp psoriosis from 10 years. I am using homeopathy medicene from 3 months. I am getting severe scales or flakes in hair and getting severe itching on scalp while using homeopathy medicene . What is the reason can you please tell me ?

I have a very very itchy scalp & when I rub my hair a lot of flakes are falling & it's very very itchy when I Scratch it. Sometimes it's unbearable.

Can I use ketoconozole shampoo as a regular shampoo like once a week for lifetime.I have itchy scalp,greesy scalp and sometimes white flakes appear on head

My 9 year old daughter got dry scalp with flakes and itching in this winter season.Also got forehead Acne. Which shampoo is best to use for dry scalp ?

I have issue in my scalp Getting dandruff after 1 day head wash and dandruff and flakes also in beard and chest Dryness issue in ear and backside of ear Please help into resolve this issue Is any treatment is available for this and how to resolve this?

I'm getting a lot of dandruff on my scalp and beard too. A lot of white flakes are shredding off whenever I try to pass my hand through the hairs. Even the scalp is not at oily and almost dry all the time. What should I do in order to get rid of it permanently??

White flakes and like fish scalp in head and beard , it's coming daily , it is on the skin and also itch on head , and blood is coming also

Hair at crown area of my scalp is decreasing also my crown itches a lot along with some flakes comming from that place

I have a lot of dandruff in my scalp and which doesn't go away by any anti dandruff shampoo. Whenever I scratch my head white flakes start shedding . And dandruff sometimes reaches to my beard and moustaches. Please help me get rid of this problem.

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