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Dandruff since a year
Hello Doctor,
I have dandruff since a very long time and it's not going away with any anti dandruff shampoo. Can you please help me with this?
I have oily hair.
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Dandruff can be treated with lotions and shampoo (not commercial ones). Some people do have more oily scalp which cause visible flakes which we call dandruff. There are some other conditions also which can present like flaking of the scalp and have to be ruled out. Do not apply oil on scalp as it will increase the problem. Please call me or contact me with photos through online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment.,
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You are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing dandruff.. Medicine available for good improvement......As the treatment varies depending on the severity... Send photos of the affected area, by direct online consultation for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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Resistant dandruff needs expert treatment from dermatologist
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Please put pictures of the affected areas in good light in private direct consult with me
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Dr. Hema Anandhi
Dermatologist
20 yrs exp
Chennai
Over the counter anti dandruff shampoo could only give temporary symptomatic relief. consult a dermatologist for medicated shampoos and management
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shampoos with ketaconazole could help you. but do consult a dermatologist before using
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use a shampoo specfic for oily hair,
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