Question 1

i was my long/thick hair every other day with head n shoulders but get so much dandruff! am i over washing or is there another cause to dandruff?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: You will probably like the effect of a steroid solution such as fluocinide .05%. You may have seborrheic dermatitis or psoriasis. Meanwhile you can try a different shampoo such as DHS-Zn which is twice as strong as Head/shoulders. You might also try a selenium sulfide [selsun], ketoconazole [nizoral], or tar, or salicylic acid shampoo.

Question 2

i have dandruff. how can i solve dis problem n my hair is so dry. any oil u can suggest?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff, dry hair: Pharmacologic treatment options for seborrheic dermatitis include antifungal preparations (selenium sulfide, pyrithione zinc, azole agents, sodium sulfacetamide and topical terbinafine) that decrease colonization by lipophilic yeast and anti-inflammatory agents (topical steroids). Kerastace bain satin is good for dry hair.

Question 3

i had very thick n black hair couple of years ago but after dandruff for 2 year which is gone now my hair are left thin n slightly brown n falling off?

Accepted Answer

Seborrhea: I bet you have seborrheic dermatitis. This is easy for any general physician to manage and I am sorry it got neglected and spoiled things. It should be easy to fix. Best wishes.

Question 4

how to remove dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff snampoo: Dandruff is simply old skin cells that fail to detach &amp; shed over time due to persistence of the bond between cells. Dandruff shampoos contain the chemicals needed to promote natural separation. Oily skin or thick layers may need pretreatment with a variety of methods or repeated treatments to remove resistant flakes. Some times this is not dandruff.

Question 5

how to control dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Controlling dandruff: Dandruff (seborrhea) is common. Shampoos with zinc, salicylic acid, selenium, or coal tar are sold in many stores. Nizoral shampoo (contains anti-fungal) is also available. Doctors may also recommend cortisone or kenalog (triamcinolone) sprays. Prevent dryness (don't wash hair too often). A primary doctor or dermatologist can look for psoriasis, eczema, or fungal infections if unusual or worrisome scalp symptoms.

Question 6

i have dandruff..pls help?

Accepted Answer

Many options: Otc dandruff shampoos containing zinc pyrithione, selenium sulfide, salicylic acid, ketoconazole can all help. If they don't help then you will need to see a doctor to get prescription strength shampoos that contain stronger steroids, anti-keratolytics (ie: urea), and higher strength salicylic acid and anti-fungals.

Question 7

is dandruff hereditary? how?

Accepted Answer

Yes: It is associated with seborrheic dermatitis and psoriasis both inherited as polygenic disorders.

Question 8

i have dandruff please help me?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff shampoo: You can start out with with dandruff shampoos such as head& shoulder, selsun blue, and /or Nizoral (ketoconazole) shamppo etc...Avoid excessive hot showers/baths, and use a bit of hair-conditioner may help. If these don't help, consult doc for an eval as other diseases which may cause "dandruff" appearing on scalp--such as psoriasis and fungal infections etc...Consult doc. Good luck.

Question 9

what are the options for dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff- several!: For most patient, alternating a zinc pyithione shampoo (head and shoulders) and a tar shampoo (neutrogena-t-gel), gives better results.  Selenium shampoos work well and are an alternative.  Finally, there are shampoos with salicylic acid, which is keratolytic, meaning it helps break apart scales. Finally, ketoconazole shampoo, ie. Nizoral, is quite beneficial.

Question 10

what do i do if i have so much dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Anti-dandruff 'poos: Dandruff is associated with malassezia fungus infection.
Buy over-the-counter dandruff shampoos, and look for one that contains zinc pyrithione, which can reduce the fungus; selenium sulfide, which can limit cell turnover and decrease the amount of fungus; salicylic acid, which works as a sort of scrub to slough off dead skin; or ketoconazole, which works against a broad array of fungi.

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I was my long/thick hair every other day with head n shoulders but get so much dandruff! am i over washing or is there another cause to dandruff?

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I have dandruff. how can i solve dis problem n my hair is so dry. any oil u can suggest?

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I had very thick n black hair couple of years ago but after dandruff for 2 year which is gone now my hair are left thin n slightly brown n falling off?

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How to control dandruff?

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I have dandruff..pls help?

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Is dandruff hereditary? how?

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I have dandruff please help me?

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What are the options for dandruff?

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