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If seborrhea is oily flaky skin, is dry scalp dandruff then not seborrhea?

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It is..mildest form: Dandruff is the mildest form of seborrheic dermatitis (seborrhea)...It is more oilly on face, thus you see the oily-flaky skin/scales... If otc products/shampoo not helpful, consult your doc for possible more effective treatments... Good luck.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dandruff: Seborrhea and dandruff are the same condition. Seborrheic dermatitis is also dandruff.

Answered 9/28/2016

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