Question 1

dandruff that is not treatable by any medication can be treated permanantly?

Accepted Answer

No permanent cure: Dandruff is a chronic disorder of the skin that can be controlled or stabilized but there is not a cure. It tends to keep recurring especially when the scalp is dry or if irritated or stressed.

Question 2

how can i treat dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Nizoral, (ketoconazole) t sal tgel: For mild cases teal tgel or Nizoral (ketoconazole) shampoo can work. For more resistant cases prescriptions such as clobex, taclonex, or dermasmoothe fs. Forvsever cases cortisone shots into sever areas or even short course of antifungal pills can be useful. This will recur but can be controlled.

Question 3

how do i treat child dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff: Neutrogena shampoo is quite effective, over the counter. Excesive water (bath, showers) can dry scalp and skin  causing itchiness and irritation.  Use tepid water, is better than hot water.

Question 4

how can i treat severe dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Prescription : prescription shampoo or oral medication may help.  See your doctor for a prescription.

Question 5

how can reoccurring dandruff be treated?

Accepted Answer

Steroids: Your dermatologist can prescribe topical steroids and other meds to control the dandruff.

Question 6

what causes dandruff? how can i treat it?

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Yeast: Dandruff is seborrhiec dermatitis in the scalp. This is due to an overgrowth of yeast named pityrosporum ovale. Some make sebum (oils) especially preferential for them to grow. If your immune system reacts to it, your skin becomes inflamed red and flaky, thus the dandruff. Start by using head and shoulder, nizoral, (ketoconazole) neutrogena tgel or tsal shampoo, lather and leave in for 5-10min before rinsing.

Question 7

i have dandruff what can i do to treat this?

Accepted Answer

Dandruff shampoo: The over-the-counter shampoos generally work very well, like Head and Shoulders, or Neutrogena. You can also scrub your scalp in the shower with a soft brush. Just don't get too aggressive with it, you don't want to create more irritation. If you have areas of crusting or oozing, see your doctor for consideration of additional treatment.

Question 8

is there an easy and fast way to take care of dandruff?

Accepted Answer

Zinc or selenium : Some of the best remedies for dandruff are shampoos containing zinc or selenium like head and shoulders or selsun blue. Tougher cases require prescription shampoos or steroid lotions.

Question 9

is there any cure available for dandruff? can it be treated completely?

Accepted Answer

No cure: There is no cure, just on going management.  Be sure and wash your hair daily with a good dandruff shampoo such as head and shoulders or t-gel.  If those products don't help, there is a prescription shampoo called Nizoral (ketoconazole) that may work better.  You will need to see your doctor and discuss other options.

Question 10

i have dandruff from my childhood i get treats lots time but it came back . i just fustred now after so many years this problem not solve. need help?

Accepted Answer

Farewell to dandruff: Dandruff comes and goes. Hopefully there are some things you can do to keep it away for a longer time. You can use tea tree oil shampoo or over the counter ketoconazole shampoo. If this doesn't work, you can use stronger prescription ketoconazole shampoo 3 times a week as well as steroid lotion. Good luck.

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