How to get rid of dandruff?

Question

Dandruff is an itchy scalp condition in which a person has dry scalp skin with skin flakes falling from head to neck, shoulders and back.

It is usually more in winters. Initially" ketoconazole shampoo" should be used. If there is no relief, please consult a dermatologist.

(Col.)Anil Goyal · Accepted Answer

Dandruff is an itchy scalp condition in which a person has dry scalp skin with skin flakes falling from head to neck, shoulders and back.

It is usually more in winters. Initially" ketoconazole shampoo" should be used. If there is no relief, please consult a dermatologist.

Chhavi Bansal · Answer

Dandruff has become a very common disorder these days and it often causes itching. It is normal in small amounts which is the shedding of dead skin cells from scalp and it fluctuates with seasons and so dandruff becomes more prevalent in winters.

Apart from this, there can be some other causes that may exacerbate dandruff like:-

a) oily skin (increased sebum secretions)

b) scalp infections (malassezia yeast commonly)
c) allergic sensitivity and individual susceptibility
d) environmental pollution
e) poor diet (lack of hydration).

Best prevention for dandruff are:-

a) maintaining hygiene of scalp (protection from dust and pollution).

B) oil massage of scalp 3-4 hours before shampoo (twice to thrice in a week).

Medicinal management may be required in very worse conditions and in cases of infections or much sebum secretions.

Homeopathic management has given wonderful results, but it needs a complete assessment of individual susceptibility to a particular condition.