Question 1

what diseases can lead to d overproduction of sebum only in scalp?

Accepted Answer

Likely normal: Sebum production at your age is normal and indicating good health. As we get older, we tend to produce less sebum . Therefore, do not get upset, but do shampoo your hair daily .

Question 2

can excessive dry scalp lead to overproduction of sebum of scalp?

Accepted Answer

Mutually exclusive: By definition a dry scalp would be due to a lack of sebum , the oily substance produced to moisturize the skin and hair shaft. Over production of sebum would lead to oily skin, hair, scalp

Question 3

whenever i put water on my scalp, after 3-4mins my scalp strts to produce so much sebum. it happens after every wash. scalp is painful. what is it?

Accepted Answer

Boars hair brush: Hot water, styling products (i.e. gels) &amp; using your fingernails when shampooing can contribute to excessive sebum &amp; an oily scalp. You should brush your hair with a boars hair brush - scalp to tip - prior to shampooing. Use warm - not hot - water. Use a clarifying shampoo (or a solution of 1/4 cup vinegar in 2 cups water on your wet hair for a few minutes prior to shampooing). Hope that helps.

Question 4

excess sebum on my scalp described causes and treatment?

Accepted Answer

Seborrhea: Seborrheic dermatitis is a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting areas of the head and trunk where sebaceous glands are most prominent. Lipophilic yeasts of the Malassezia genus, as well as genetic, environmental and general health factors, contribute to this disorder.  Treatment would consist of Selsun shampoo or Sebulex, Ketoconazole shampoo, or Hydrocortisone.

Question 5

i don't produce enough sebum from my scalp. will my hair still grow?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Sebum is a type of body oiol- it does not cuase hair growth

Question 6

is there any way to reduce the sebum of scalp? male hormones are ok. what other things can contribute to excess production of sebum?

Accepted Answer

REDUCING SCALP SEBUM: SEBUM IS OIL.
REMOVING OIL FROM THE SCALP IS SIMPLE BUT TIME COSUMING.
YOU MUST SHAMPOO DAILY, YES, DAILY, WITH ONE OF THE SHAMPOOS THAT CAN REMOVE THE OIL.
IF YOU DO NOT MIND THE ODOR OF TAR, TRY ANY OVER THE COUNTER TAR SHAMPOO DAILY.
CUT OUT ALL NUTS, CHOCOLATE, AND CUT DOWN ON DAIRY FOODS.
IF THIS DOESNT CUT DOWN ON GREASY SCALP, PLEASE SEE A DERMATOLOGIST.
BEST LUCK.

Question 7

can contact deematitis with water can occur on scalp? sebum comes after applying water on scalp n irritates it. scalp is painful.dont use shampoos.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Contact dermatitis can occur on the scalp.You can make a HealthTap visit for Doctors and the treatment for specific diagnosis

Question 8

is there any medication which can bring back d lost scalp barrier?my scalp reacts to everything.justafter bathing,sebum increases n irritates my scalp

Accepted Answer

Scalp: Use very mild shampoos and conditioners two times a week.

Question 9

i get very hard sebum plugs on my scalp after washing hair. scalp also bevomes painful. there's not much flaking. is it seb dermatitis?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Try an anti-seb shampoo and if this FAILS see yoour PCP Primary Care Provider who may wish to refer you to a DERMATOLOGIST for a definitive diagnosis!

Hope this helps!

Dr Z

Question 10

do not hv much flakes but so many sebum plugs are there on scalp. what is d reason? sebum only increases after 10 mins of washing hair.

Accepted Answer

Yes: This is a natural response since what your doing is basically exfoliation

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What diseases can lead to d overproduction of sebum only in scalp?

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Can excessive dry scalp lead to overproduction of sebum of scalp?

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Whenever i put water on my scalp, after 3-4mins my scalp strts to produce so much sebum. it happens after every wash. scalp is painful. what is it?

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Excess sebum on my scalp described causes and treatment?

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I don't produce enough sebum from my scalp. will my hair still grow?

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Is there any way to reduce the sebum of scalp? male hormones are ok. what other things can contribute to excess production of sebum?

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Can contact deematitis with water can occur on scalp? sebum comes after applying water on scalp n irritates it. scalp is painful.dont use shampoos.

A member asked:

Is there any medication which can bring back d lost scalp barrier?my scalp reacts to everything.justafter bathing,sebum increases n irritates my scalp

A member asked:

I get very hard sebum plugs on my scalp after washing hair. scalp also bevomes painful. there's not much flaking. is it seb dermatitis?

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Do not hv much flakes but so many sebum plugs are there on scalp. what is d reason? sebum only increases after 10 mins of washing hair.

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