Why do i have dandruff?

Question

How can i get rid of it?

Answer 1

Causes of DANDRUFF
- Dandruff may be caused by several different factors, but the exact underlying cause of dandruff is unknown or is at least not agreed upon by the medical establishment.
- One possible cause of dandruff may be sensitivity to, or overgrowth of, a fungus present on the scalp.
- Another possible cause may be overactive oil glands on the scalp which cause an increase of the natural skin shedding process.
- Another possible cause may be clogged oil glands on the scalp. These clogged pores can lead to over-drying and flaking of the skin.
- Poor diet, poor hygiene, genetic disposition, hormonal imbalances and infections may all possibly contribute to dandruff.
- Some external contributors to dandruff may include infrequent shampooing of the hair or inadequate hair rinsing, improper use of hair-coloring products, cold weather, dry environment and tight fitting hats.
- Dandruff may become worse with stress or if the patient is "run-down".

Treatment and prevention of DANDRUFF
- Dandruff can disappear suddenly without treatment or may take multiple weeks of treatment to improve.
- Prevention of dandruff may be achieved by shampooing regularly with a mild, non-medicated shampoo. The scalp should be massaged gently to loosen flakes and the hair and scalp rinsed thoroughly
- Anti-dandruff shampoos containing coal tar, pyrithione zinc, salicylic acid or selenium sulfide are available without a prescription. (Specific products may be recommended by a physician or pharmacist.)
- Stronger anti-dandruff shampoos and lotions are also available by prescription.
- If the flaking skin is isolated in one area or in multiple areas, then the condition may be a skin problem other than dandruff and a physician should be notified.

Answer 2

You may have a "dry " scalp or a Dermatitis, caused by to hot hair dryer's,or hair products. Many causes of dandruff is due to over active oil glands. Try using any of the dandruff shampoo's that are available,they all pretty much the same,and do very well. If the condition worsens see your MD. Take care. SW RNP

Answer 3

Use head and shoulders or ask your doctor, he will give u a bottle of something sulfide which does get rid of your dandruff but the shampoo smells really bad

Answer 4

Dandruff is actually a disease known as seborrheic dermatitis which requires prescription medications,see a doctor if you have:
* Scalp irritation.
* Thick scale despite regular use of dandruff shampoos.
* Yellowish crusting.
* Red patches,especially along the neck line.

Answer 5

Dandruff is nothing but dried skin peeling off. Use simple coconut oil daily. It will disapepar within a couple of days.

Answer 6

When you use hot water in the shower, or just just to wash your hair it opens up all the pores in your skin and then soap gets into them and if it's not completely rinsed out it dries under the skin, killing the skin and causes it to itch and flake away. try using some vitamin E oil and rub it into your scalp. use a good dandruff shampoo, and try not to use so hot of water when washing your hair. by using excessively hot water also removes your natural oils from your skin, this is why you get dry skin on your hands and body.

Answer 7

you have dandruff because you don't wash your hair enough, or your hair is really dirty, or you don't wash your thoury and nicely.
you can get rid of it by getting a dandruff shampoo, and wash your hair better.

Answer 8

Because u got hair...No hair no dandruff

Answer 9

inadequate maintanence of scalp(skin over the head). may be a fungal infection.
use clean combs. donnot share with others. shamboo weekly twice. apply oil instead of hair creams.
if severe meet dermatologist.

Answer 10

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