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Most Effective Treatment For Dandruff
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What's most effective treatment for inflamated acne?
See Dermatologist: You should see a dermatologist. Let him/her examine you and prescribe the treatments as needed. ...Read more
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Dandruff (Definition)
Dandruff is when dead skin cells from the scalp shed. As skin cells die a small amount of flaking is normal. Some people experience an unusually large amount of flaking either chronically or as a ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for demodex blepharitis?
Tea tree oil: A simple, inexpensive remedy is tea tree oil. After your diagnosis of the condition by your ophthalmologist (other things may look the same), then clean and dry your lids twice per day and apply a thin layer of tea tree oil to the lash margins of the closed eyelids. This will get rid of this pest in 1-2 weeks. ...Read more
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What is most effective treatment for dysthymia?
Psychotherapy: Psychotherapy to explore and resolve related issues, and strengthen coping skills. ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for vitiligo?
Now: Protopic and narrow band uv-b light therapy. ...Read more
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What are the most effective over-the-counter shampoos for treating scalp psoriasis?
Scalp psoriasis: Otc shampoos include head and shoulders, tegren, sebulex, t/gel, t/sal, and selsun blue. ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for plaque psoriasis?
Depends: The answer depends on how extensive your psoraisis is. Topical agents play a role but if your disease is more extensive there are many old and new medications such as stelera, enbrel, Remicade (infliximab) or psorisis. Talk with your dermatologist or a rheumatologist for further answers. ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for tinea versicolor?
Several options: If you're not adverse to taking a safe medication... the physicians I've known who've had this very common skin problem take a big ketoconazole tablet and then go work out to build up a sweat. Doing this once a month usually keeps tinea versicolor under control. Topical ketoconazole, or a selenium sulfide shampoo, are among your many other options. ...Read more
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What is the most effective medication for treating a scalp fungus?
TINEA CAPITIS: Fungus in the scalp is treated with Griseofulvin orally , selenium sulfide shampoo or Nizoral (ketoconazole) , anti-fungal creams after shampoo. ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for toenail fungus?
Statistically, the : Best treatments are laser and oral terbinafine. Each has its benefits and drawbacks. Topical medications are best used as an adjunct to one of the above, as they rarely work alone. The various home remedies almost never work on fungus. ...Read more
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Best treatment for dandruff?
Dandruff shampoo: You could try anti-dandruff shampoo. If it is not helping, then you need to see a doctor. Some people may have diabetes or psoriasis or other skin conditions. ...Read more
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Most effective cure for cystitis?
Antibiotics ASAP: Please call yoru doc as you need a urine culture and to get started on antibiotics. ...Read more
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Which lotion for psoriasis is most effective?
Steroids: Those containing a corticosteroid would generally work best. ...Read more
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Which is the most effective alternative treatment for adhd?
Nutrition: Well, nutrition won't totally treat adhd, but optimize good nutrition and make sure other possible contributors aren't making it worse. Sleeping well and enough? Eating healthy foods and minimizing or eliminating food coloring and high fructose corn syrup? Make sure not depressed or having other treatable contributors, such as learning disorder, hearing or vision problems, pain (eg headaches). ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for nail fungus?
Oral terbinafine: If no contraindication,
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Which treatments for anll are most effective?
Chemotherapy: Anll is usually treated with inpatient chemotherapy except in the very elderly. Once in remission from the leukemia many patients benefit from bone marrow transplant depending on their risk profile. ...Read more
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What are considered the most effective acne treatments for me?
Scientific Rx: If two weeks on over-the-counter benzoyl peroxide doesn't clear you, get with your physician. You may be a rx for a topical retinoic acid derivative, the oral contraceptive pill (if you're female), topical clindamycin, a systemic antibiotic such as tetracycline, or a dermatology referral for possible isotretinoin. All acne is manageable today; it's not a hygiene or lifestyle problem. We can help. ...Read more
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How effective is u.V treatment for eczema?
Effective, but...: Has other therapy not worked? Though effective, long-term light therapy has many harmful effects, including premature skin aging and an increased risk of skin cancer. Your doctor can advise you of possible advantages and disadvantages of light exposure in your specific situation. ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment for dermatographism?
Dermatographism: The treatment involves finding the right dosage and type of antihistamine in order to suppress the itching and the hives that develop. For many people, prescribed antihistamines will help control the problem. However, antihistamines are not a cure for this skin problem. In fact, currently there is no known cure or remedy. Suffers may need to stay on antihistamines for many years to avoid symptoms. ...Read more
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What is the most effective natural treatment for bronchitis?
Family practice : You can't diagnose bronchitis by yourself without exam. You need to see your dr. Antibiotics may be needed to help you recover. Viruses and allergies also may be contributing factors these can be determined once seen. ...Read more
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What is the most effective treatment method for sarcoidosis?
It depends.: There is no single therapy for this disorder. It depends on the severity of the disease and the areas of the body affected. Systemic corticosteroids (prednisone) are often used for more severe disease. ...Read more
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Please tell me an effective medicine for yellow dandruff, I have this problem in last 10 years. I try many treatments. My blood group ab+.?
Seborrhea: Or seborrheic dermatitis is the cause of your yellow dandruff. Try these shampoos listed from weak to strong: head & shoulders, selsun blue, z-tar. A foaming corticosteroid cream like Luxiq may also be very helpful. ...Read more
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Best treatment for dandruff?
Dandruff shampoo: You could try anti-dandruff shampoo. If it is not helping, then you need to see a doctor. Some people may have diabetes or psoriasis or other skin conditions. ...Read more
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Is there a permanent treatment to dandruff ?
No: Fortunately, managing it is usually easy. Ketoconazole shampoo is often helpful and there are other adjuncts. Best wishes. ...Read more
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Best treatment or any home remedies for dandruff?
Shampoos: Your best methods at home are: -wash your hair daily. Most people who wash their hair everyday have a lot less dandruff than people who wash less often -use over the counter anti-dandruff shampoos. Pick up two different types, put both in the shower, and from day to day switch between them. ...Read more
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What is a treatment for bad dandruff please help!?
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. ...Read more
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My nephew has a severe dandruff problem. Treatment?
Seb derm & dandruff: Mild seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff can essentially appear the same, but seb derm is often associated with redness, scaling, and crusting. Seborrhea also can affect other parts of the body, including the face, chest and upper back. Many over the counter shampoos are available for both conditions, and your pharmacist can help. ...Read more
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Dandruff problem, i'm embarrassed, what to do for treatment?
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. ...Read more
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Wat is the best treatment for dandruff in adolescent females privided the cause of dandruff remains unknown?
Dandruff: Special shampoos from the drugstore can treat dandruff. Common ingredients include: ketoconazole fights dandruff-causing fungus. Salicylic acid gets rid of flaky skin but can be drying. Selenium sulfide slows the buildup of dead skin cells and fights fungi. Tar slows dead skin cell buildup, but may discolor blonde, gray, or color-treated hair. Zinc pyrithione attacks the cause which is fungus. ...Read more
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What is treatment for dandruff and alopecia?
Different answers: Only dermatologists can answer you both. In general, right kind of (medicated) shampoos is the first step for dandruff control. For alopecia, you probably mean hair loss not in any particular form, try rogain first. ...Read more
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Is there a natural treatment for dandruff?
Yes: Shampoo daily with a dandruff shampoo such as neutrogena t gel shampoo. ...Read more
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What's a natural treatment to get rid of dandruff?
Tea tree shampoo: Can be very helpful with dandruff. It will help over time. ...Read more
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What is the best treatment for dandruff problem of hair?
Here are some...: Sorry to hear you've bothered by annoying dandruff, which is related with personal constitutional character but changing and evolving over aging, and there is no cure so try and see the available but no "over-expensive" from big brands' products; to get good control you have to wash hair and use the product as advised gingerly once every 1-3 days. ...Read more
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Why is proper hair care important in dandruff treatment?
Depends: Dandruff, in and of itself is not a bad thing, lots people have it. However, it is unsightly and can lead to itching along with the scale and flaking. Treatment can reduce all these symptoms. For most people the problem isn't something that can be cured, but it can be controlled. Not sure if that answers your question. ...Read more
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Large dandruff some of them are sticking to the scalp and gives blood upon its removal. What is that and what is the possible treatment?
Possible Infection: Sticky crusts on your scalp(head) are unlikely due to dandruff(dry flakes). There is likely to be an element of infection which can complicate dandruff. You have two choices: it is best to see a dermatologist who can treat you more effectively. if you have difficulty finding one, you can go to any Physician and seek help. In the meantime, use a water soaked towel for 1-Hr/daily to soften and clean ...Read more
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Best treatment for acne, rosacea, and dandruff?
The one that helps U: Speak to your dermatologist for advise and treatment(s) , there is no one best treatment , you doctor will try most safe , least expensive medications first , ...Read more
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Could henna treatment make your scalp dry and cause dandruff?
No: See dermatologist for treatment. This is probably seborrheic dermatitis. ...Read more
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Will salicylic acid used for dandruff treatment, damage color treated hair?
Yes: Any acid treatment to the hair will strip off the color. Look for a very specific dandruff treatment shampoo that is made for colored hair. It will be expensive, but if you have gone to the time and expense to color your hair, you must pay for the products that will maintain your color. This is along the same lines of not swimming in a chlorinated pool with colored hair... ...Read more
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I have severe dandruff. This is causing acne on my back. What treatment would you recommend?
Selsun..: Use selsun twice a week, Keep hair short , keek scalp clean....may use Sikakai soap. A multivitamin daily will help. ...Read more
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My hair is very oily and full of dandruff no treatment worked, i want to use styling gels that doesnt make hair more oily.. Any certain brand?
See a Dermatologist: Dandruff can be a sign of several treatable skin conditions. See a skin doctor to get your scalp healthy, and fix the dandruff. Then you can focus on the oiliness of your hair. ...Read more
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I am male , 24 , My hairs rapidly falling , facing heavy dandruff problem . what medicine should i take to stop hair fall and treatment for dandruff ?
Alopecia: Hair loss. I would l consider a thyroid problem or a fungal infection. I would get this checked and there is no good over the counter solution. ...Read more
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