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Mild Dandruff
I have very mild dandruff dry hair suggest medicine and best shampoo for remedy. Do i need medicated shampoo or any brand shampoo are okay to use?
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Dandruff can be treated with shampoo and lotion. It is also important to differentiate between oilyness or seborrhoeic dermatitis both of which present with white scales on the scalp. Please consult online for proper treatment
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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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Dr. Rashmi Naldeega
Aesthetic Dermatologist
12 yrs exp
Delhi
Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
39 yrs exp
Mumbai
For mild dandruff and dry hair, it's often effective to start with an over the counter dandruff shampoo such as Nizoral A-D which contains ketoconazole, or any other anti dandruff shampoo with selenium sulfide, coal tar extract, pyrithione zinc.
Shampoo has to be used 2 to 3 times a week initially. And when the dandruff improves you can reduce the frequency. Leave the shampoo on the scalp for atleast 5 minutes before rinsing.
Moisturizing conditioner has to be used as the anti dandruff shampoo tends to make the hair dry.
If the OTC shampoos don't improve your condition after a few weeks, you might need a prescription - strength shampoo or treatment.
If you experience severe itching, redness or scaling, it's best to visit the doctor or consult the doctor online.
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Dr. Hansa Srivastava
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Lucknow
Yes you do need a medicated shampoo for that. Send proper pictures and get a proper consultation with a dermatologist.
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Dr. Murali Reddy
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Nizamabad
Hello
Dandruff is one type of fungal infection
Need complete evaluation
Kindly consult online for better understanding
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
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 & guidance.
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