Theodore:
What you describe sounds like seborrhea/psoriasis (the name doesn't matter much.) The "dandruff shampoos" are only of limited effectiveness, though worth a try. You might add an OTC hydrocortisone (something lotiony, so it's easy to apply.) If not, a prescription hydrocortisone lotion might help.
Seborrhea for some reason almost always stops at the hairline, so the more hair you lose, the less soborrhea you have.
See--every cloud does have a silver lining . . .
Best.
Dr. R
At the drugstore, pick up some pramoxine gel (over-the-counter) and apply it every couple of hours to all the itchy spots. 1$ hydrocortisone twice a day should help too.
Dr. R
My scalp is very itchy and dry. There is no evidence of dandruff. What could you suggest?
Start with any OTC dfandruff shampoo containing tar or zinc. Also, you can try some of the suggestions I made to previous writers.
Best.
Dr. R
above my forehead. when the scalp is scratched with a comb, it appears the flakes are actually scabs. If scratched too hard the area bleeds. In the past, I had used head and shoulders but it worked temporarily. I have used moisturizers marketed as moisurizers for african american males and have had some success when I use it and wrap my head. Short of growing dreadlocks, what do you recommend I do....?
My name is Adiba Hussain and I am a final year studesnt at the University of Huddersfield. For my final year project I am investigating the effectiveness of the anti-dandruff shampoos on market. In order for me to do this I need detailed backgorund information on the causes dehind dnadruff and when treated with the shapoos which of the ingrediants actaully work and are there enough of the active ingredient there for he dandruff to disappear. I would be very grateful if you coulf forward any information that may be of use to me.
Thankyou very much for your time
Yours faithfully
Adiba Hussain
(e.mail: ***@****)
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