Question 1

some doctors say seborreic dermatitits causes very dry scalp n some say it causes oily scalp? what is it pls tell? nd what is the main cause of sd?

Accepted Answer

Clogged oil or: perspiration glands plus body heat, humidity and scalp hygiene. I suggest trying selenium shampoo ( Selsun) or Head and Shoulders,

Question 2

can not drying thick hair after a shower (i.e. rough towel drying only, then let rest dry naturally without blow drying) be the cause of a dry scalp?

Accepted Answer

YES: The moisture slowly leaving your hair via evaporation can dry out the scalp. It could also be your shampoo, some mold issues, or even poor thyroid function.

Question 3

very dry scalp with mole on scalp that recently had pieces fall off, could the dry scalp cause the mole to shed skin too?

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: Is it a "mole" or a seborrheic keratosis? Is it dry scalp or psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis or something else??

Question 4

my hair is very dry, has developed odor. could it be ph balance, i eat a lot of fruit. or does dry scalp cause odor? could it be hormonal? treatments?

Accepted Answer

Dry not odor: Usually dry scalp by itself will not cause and odor. However repeated scratching of the scalp may release sebaceous gland contents that contain bacteria. Advances treatment with medicated shampoos or antibiotics may be indicated and you should be evaluated by a dermatologist.

Question 5

very dry scalp..oil caused dandruff.tried ant-dd shampoo but dry scalp will steam treatment help to control dry scalp? any home remedies?

Accepted Answer

No steam: Use natural oil massaged at night , sampo 2-3 times a wk.

Question 6

scalp and hair are very dry. don't usually itch unless i apply product to my scalp. scalp doesn't tolerate anything on it except dove white bar soap. with sjogren's, will having dandruff /dry scalp and hair cause me to be bald? i want my hair long.

Accepted Answer

Possibility: Need to discuss with your rheumatologist and what  else you have  and what comorbidities you have

Question 7

can a severe dry scalp cause pain and hair loss? hair falling out in clumps and my husband said my scalp looks dry and flaky. scalp feels tender

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: How long since delivery? Nursing? Any meds or vits not listed? Blood TSH and T4? Begin with a diagnosis by a skin specialist. Telogen effluvium is common after delivery.  Skin and hair changes related to estrogen/ progesterone changes can be considered. Seborrheic dermatitis, infections, psoriasis, LE, and other diagnoses demand a skilled exam and evaluation to sort it out and begin specific thera

Question 8

how do i treat persistant dry scalp?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff: Dandruff, or seborrheic dermatitis,  is a common disorder that is believed to be caused by a yeast.  Most treatments are geared at reducing the  yeast.  Such treatments include nizoral, (ketoconazole) head and shoulders,  and selsun blue. Tar shampoos and corticosteroids can be used as well. This condition rarely results in hair loss.

Treating the dandruff, usually clears the dry scalp. One can use scalp oils.

Question 9

what is the best way to treat dry scalp in teenage boy?

Accepted Answer

Dry Scalp: Dry scalp is not a serious condition, but it can be bothersome. There are many ways to the ailment, including home remedies and commercial products specially made to control the condition. There are shampoos: t-gel, t-sal, zinc, nizoral, (ketoconazole) selenium sulfide all of which are otc.  There are also prescription strength shampoos.

Question 10

i have a really dry scalp but only recently have i had it?

Accepted Answer

Dry Scalp: There are 5 common causes of dry scalp - weather change, central heating/air conditioning, hot baths & showers, harsh soaps & detergents, and sun exposure. Symptoms include mild to intense itching of the scalp and small flakes of dry skin. Note, people often confuse dandruff with dry scalp; they are two separate conditions. Before continuing, make sure you have correctly identified the condition.

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Some doctors say seborreic dermatitits causes very dry scalp n some say it causes oily scalp? what is it pls tell? nd what is the main cause of sd?

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Can not drying thick hair after a shower (i.e. rough towel drying only, then let rest dry naturally without blow drying) be the cause of a dry scalp?

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Very dry scalp with mole on scalp that recently had pieces fall off, could the dry scalp cause the mole to shed skin too?

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My hair is very dry, has developed odor. could it be ph balance, i eat a lot of fruit. or does dry scalp cause odor? could it be hormonal? treatments?

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Very dry scalp..oil caused dandruff.tried ant-dd shampoo but dry scalp will steam treatment help to control dry scalp? any home remedies?

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Scalp and hair are very dry. don't usually itch unless i apply product to my scalp. scalp doesn't tolerate anything on it except dove white bar soap. with sjogren's, will having dandruff /dry scalp and hair cause me to be bald? i want my hair long.

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Can a severe dry scalp cause pain and hair loss? hair falling out in clumps and my husband said my scalp looks dry and flaky. scalp feels tender

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How do i treat persistant dry scalp?

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