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I apply oil daily and wash my hair regularly with Bathing soap. Still i have a dry scalp and lot of dandruff. Please suggest some remedies.

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Need to see whether it's dandruff or sebopsoriasis.... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

I have a dandruff kind of stuff on my hair scalp. Using anti dandruff shampoo makes the things even more worse by drying my scalp. I think i have very dry scalp and itchhg and redness is also there on scalp.

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This is classical description of Seborrhoeic dermatitis. Please send photos using online consult option for proper examination diagnosis and treatment advice ...  Read More

My dandruff/dry scalp does not go away irrespective of whatever shampoo I apply..I want to get rid of dandruff...

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Try applying Selsun lotion once a week. Use it after applying and washing the hair with usual shampoo. Leave it for 10 minutes before washing it off. ...  Read More

My scalp is itching a lot and when I am itching my scalp with fingers then dry dandruff is visible but not flaky. Please help.

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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 a dry scalp which is the reason for it . Even after i use shampoo , it makes my scalp more dry which increases my dandruff condition . I do use anti-dandruff shampoo in 4 days interval , still my problem exists .

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U r suffering from seborrheic dermatitis.. Medicine available for good improvement...... Do direct online consultation by sending photos, otherwise meet me at my clinic, for accurate diagnosis and tr ...  Read More

I have a dry scalp causing dandruff and dry flakes, doing oiling but no relief. Kindly suggest how to cure

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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 whic ...  Read More

Dear sir I am 29 years old with pure vegetarian food habits.i don't smoke or drink.i have itchy & dry scalp.i do have dandruff .due to this my hair fall is more.i have short hair . I have used all types of home remedies but no solution & its making my scalp and hair dry so which turns to hair fall.at present i am using Mamaearth tea tree an

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Your chance of getting psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis or fungal infection. Please fix an appointment via Practo for further evaluation ...  Read More

Im suffering from a lot of dandruff due to a dry scalp which is making my hair rough n a lot of hairfall

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You can use Salsa KT lotion as shampoo for now. But you need to get your scalp properly examined to know whether the excessive flaking is because of seborrheic dermatitis or an inflammatory condition ...  Read More

Hi doctors, Wanted to clarify if the images attached are due to dandruff (oily Scalp) or dandruff (dry Scalp)? I removed it from my hair after noticing something irritating. It's only at few places at the Scalp.

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Kindly consult online with relevant photographs of scalp for proper diagnosis and management ...  Read More

Hi, I have heavy dandruff and very dry scalp, also i have dandruff like patches of dryness behind my ears everyday. I use shampoo but not oil in my hairs. Used many shampoos but none removed dandruff

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Take consultantion and discuss in detail ...  Read More

Is it safe to use zypdic - c lotion along with sebolac shampoo twice a week for dandruff ? I am concerned since I read online that it has steroids ? I was prescribed this treatment

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Please do not worry. Effective treatment options are available; however, management depends on the severity and extent of the condition. A detailed medical history is essential for appropriate evaluat ...  Read More

I have recurring scalp itching and dry, white flakes, especially when my hair grows longer. My scalp feels very dry and tight/stretchy, and I have dandruff across the scalp. I recently trimmed my hair and the affected areas are now clearly visible in the attached photos. I have previously been advised by a doctor to use Ketocip (ketoconazole) sham

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I have had dandruff for the last few years, but last year I visited a dermatologist, and he told me that I have dandruff due to scalp eczema. He prescribed "Topisal 3%" lotion for it. At that time, most of my dandruff cleared, and after using it for a month, I stopped. I also have an issue with hair thinning, so he prescribed minoxidil 5% of the br

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Hello Scaling of scalp is due to various reasons likely Seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, Pityriasis capitis Kindly consult online for further evaluation ...  Read More

I have been experiencing persistent scalp itching, which becomes worse after sweating and wet hair My scalp feels very dry, and recently my hair has become extremely rough, dry, and lifeless to touch. I am also noticing hair fall and thinning. I recently started using Sebamed shampoo, but the dryness and itching are still there. I don't have visibl

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

I am pregnant 5 week via ivf, before pregnancy i had dry itchy scalp and dandruff sebhoric dermatitis ,practo doctor give topisal 5 i use and its amazing nothing come this problem, but now i am not use topisal 5 this situation happen ..what should I do now

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Take Gynaecologist doctor opinion ...  Read More

I am a 31-year-old male experiencing hair thinning, mainly on the crown, along with persistent scalp itching, an oily scalp, and white, sticky dandruff. I have been using Selsun anti-dandruff shampoo and applying Minoxidil occasionally, but my symptoms have not improved. The itching and dandruff continue, and my hair thinning seems to be progressin

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Detailed medical history needs to be assessed before starting you on your personalised treatment Kindly share a clear picture in good lighting of affected areas ...  Read More

Hello Dear Doctor, My son is 13 years old and has very severe dandruff on his scalp. Could you please advise whether I can use The Derma Co 2% Salicylic Acid Anti-Dandruff Shampoo for him? If yes, kindly let me know how often it should be used and whether there are any precautions we should follow. Thank you in advance for your guidance.

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Hello, Thank you for your query. • Based on the information provided, it is difficult to suggest the most appropriate treatment without a proper assessment, as several skin conditions can appear sim ...  Read More

Hi, I have been experiencing an itchy and oily scalp with sticky dandruff. I also notice mild redness (as mentioned by my hairstylist although its not visible to me), moderate hair fall, and thinning hair. My hair feels dry most of the time despite the oily scalp. Could you please suggest what this might be and the appropriate treatment or products

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You might be suffering from Seborrheic Dermatitis/Scalp Psoriasis ...  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 ?

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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 tried using cipla 8x shampoo( Ciclopirox and Zinc pyrithione ) for 1 month 2-3 times a week and even tried ketoconazole once But i have observed that medium sized white flakes disappear after the washing but then small tiny white powder starts flaking and then it accumultes in scalp and which result to white flakes again I make sure t

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Need to see if it’s just s capitis or sebopsoriasis or psoriasis scalp All of these are chronic diseases if getting controlled just with ad shampoo usually no additional things needed ...  Read More

From last couple of years I facing heavy dry dandruff issue and also now a days hair fall problem on a large scale I tried multiple shampoos ,removed my hair but still dandruff is there now I'm really stressed as I have clean my skull in every 2 days and that's also causing lots of hair loss while cleaning dandruff please help me or I also want to

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  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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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

Ive been having very oily scalp and dry hair. Like, if I dont shampoo every day, my scalp starts to feel itchy and oily, but my ends are getting damaged, they feel veryyyyyy dry. Please advise.

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Take online consultation ...  Read More

So much dandruff . The dandruff are stuck in nail . Dandruff on shoulder . Itchy on the scalp . What is the treatment? Please suggest shampoo and suppliments.

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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 very dry scalp with lots of pimples around the scalp, I apply coconut oil every 3 days. Suggest me a good lotion to cure the pimples and one good serum to get rid of dryness in the hair.

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Lot of other history and information is necessary to know the correct diagnosis. And hair oil should not be applied a lot and should not be left over scalp for long hours. ...  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

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

Kindly see the attached image. I have tried everything like ketocolonoze shampoo , various other good anti dandruff shampoo and fluka medicine also . (As prescribed) But couldn't solve this. What is this. This is in my beard too ( keeps re-occuring). Any medications what to do?

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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

My scalp is becoming extremely dry to the point where i can see white patches which come out as flakes.I've tried changing shampoos but nothing works.

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You will probably need medicated shampoos Need to assess properly before prescribing ...  Read More

Is it dandruff or dry scalp.How can we differentiate between them.Feeling very itching, White substance observed

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Dandruff Use this Candidox shampoo ...  Read More

Hello doctor, I am a 20-year-old female dealing with persistent dandruff and dry scalp. I experience flaking and itching regularly. I have been using Bare Anatomy shampoo for over a year, but it hasn’t shown any improvement. I’m looking for a budget-friendly and effective shampoo or treatment that is safe for regular use. Kindly suggest

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Kindly consult for proper evaluation and treatment. ...  Read More

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