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Severe Scalp Dandruff With White Flakes
I am experiencing a serious scalp issue (since more than a year) that looks like a fungal or inflammatory infection. My entire scalp has developed thick white flakes that peel off in large pieces. It feels like a layered dandruff buildup. The scaling is persistent and keeps returning even after cleaning. I've attached photo of flakes and my scalp.
I have already taken some treatments prescribed earlier by dermatologists, including:
Ketanol Shampoo (2%)
Itraconazole 400mg
EG 20mg Tab
Apiderm GM Cream
Hatric 5mg Tab
Candid Lotion
Tarsyl Shampoo
Despite this, there is no major improvement. I am not sure whether this condition is seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, fungal infection, or something else.
I would like to know:
1. Is this likely seborrheic dermatitis or another condition?
2. What treatment or medications should I follow now?
3. Are there any effective home remedies or lifestyle changes that can help reduce the scaling?
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Looks more like sebopsoriasis than just sebo dermatitis alone. Usually needs long term treatment and usually increases in cold climate
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Consult for proper diagnosis and management plan
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Avoid oiling, increase frequency of shampooing
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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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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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I think you should see some other dermatologist or follow up with your dermat as treatment can be modified if persistent, also cause of persistance has also to be ruled out as well!!!
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Dr. Dhavala Guna Sagarika
Dermatologist
8 yrs exp
Srikakulam
Detailed history and clear images are required for correct diagnosis and treatment. Low immunity can cause severe dandruff. It can be sebopsoriasis also. Long term treatment and maintenance are necessary to see improvement. Proper counselling regarding the condition is important
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kindly book online consultation for proper management and counselling
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Trichologist
7 yrs exp
Lucknow
Need change of treatment
Consult online for proper evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Rahul Trivedi
Dermatology
1 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Try lipizol ZS shampoo for 3 weeks
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Dr. Simoni Sarodia
Dermatologist
4 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries .
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Its increased to a quite extend, kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It may be seborrheic dermatits. Kindly consider consult for better diagnosis and management.
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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. Devang Pandya
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Jamnagar
no need to worry
it’s a reversible condition with early and proper treatment
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Book online consultation for further guidance
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Khanna
Will improve with medication
Consult online for further management
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
19 yrs exp
Noida
Don't worry, specific medication will treat your concern.
Kindly consult online for further management.
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