Dandruff

Dandruff is associated with seborrheic dermatitis (SD), which causes itchy and flaky skin. However, it occurs only on the scalp. It’s flaky, itchy, and oily. The causes are as follows-

• Secretions from the sebaceous glands
• Fungal colonization on the surface of the skin
• Over-brushing the hair on the head causes excessive friction with the sensitive skin of the scalp
• A yeast called Malassezia. It irritates the scalp and causes excessive proliferation of skin cells.

Treatments for dandruff are home remedies, shampoos, and medical treatments.Shampoos containing ingredients such as ketoconazole, coal tar, and salicylic acid are effective.

Factors That May Influence Seborrheic Dermatitis

The incidence and severity of seborrheic dermatitis may be influenced by-

• People with other illnesses – for example, neurological disorders (particularly Parkinson’s disease, stroke, paralysis) or HIV may suffer from more severe seborrhea dermatitis
• Emotional or physical stress
• Genetic factors
• Seasonal – Seborrheic dermatitis is usually worse in winter.
• Parkinson’s disease and AIDS increase both the risk and severity of seborrheic dermatitis

Treatment For Dandruff and Itching Scalp

Regular washing of the scalp with a medicated shampoo can relieve from the itching scalp.The most common anti-dandruff shampoos have the following ingredients –

• Zinc pyrithione or zinc omadine
• Selenium sulphide
• Piroctone olamine – This is the latest addition to medicated shampoos.This is considered a “second generation” anti-dandruff agent.It is less toxic than zinc pyrithione, making it safe for family use.
• Antifungal Agents Tar – Shampoos containing tar have been used for many years, primarily for more serious scalp conditions.Previously, tar-based shampoos were not well received due to their odor.However, the new formulation is well tolerated and easy to use.

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