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Seborheic Dermatitus and Hormones
It seems to me every time I am due for my period (or after it) I develop dandruff on my skin. Is this hormonally linked?
Yes! I have started keeping a diary of my flare ups, which are pre menstrual. Also could it be that your water is too hard?
I installed a water filter in my shower & my seb-Derm ceased up until 7 days before my menstrual cycle. So I tried that organic raw vinegar (Braggs) and the inflammation ceased immediately but the smell grossed me out. The vinegar requires multiple applications. So my next experiment is to increase the pH balance in my drinking water during my pre-menstrual/ hormonal phase, drinking some new volcanic water with 7.8 pH by WaiAkea. Also, shampooing with "DHS" Zinc Shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis along with Kerastase Nutritive Bain Oleo-Relax Smoothing Shampoo/conditioner. I also take Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements for the thinning caused by seb-Derm.
But most of all I have reduced my sugar intake to minimize yeast production. My reason for the above regimen is because I became cautious about long term use of all the topical steroid creams that eventually thin or damage the layers of skin. As for my diet, broccoli, spinach, kale, Brussels & quinoa weekly along with plenty of water. I'm still searching for a diet that help level the body's pH balance during my seb-Derm flare ups. I also take B-vitamin complex also.
I installed a water filter in my shower & my seb-Derm ceased up until 7 days before my menstrual cycle. So I tried that organic raw vinegar (Braggs) and the inflammation ceased immediately but the smell grossed me out. The vinegar requires multiple applications. So my next experiment is to increase the pH balance in my drinking water during my pre-menstrual/ hormonal phase, drinking some new volcanic water with 7.8 pH by WaiAkea. Also, shampooing with "DHS" Zinc Shampoo for seborrheic dermatitis along with Kerastase Nutritive Bain Oleo-Relax Smoothing Shampoo/conditioner. I also take Viviscal Hair Growth Supplements for the thinning caused by seb-Derm.
But most of all I have reduced my sugar intake to minimize yeast production. My reason for the above regimen is because I became cautious about long term use of all the topical steroid creams that eventually thin or damage the layers of skin. As for my diet, broccoli, spinach, kale, Brussels & quinoa weekly along with plenty of water. I'm still searching for a diet that help level the body's pH balance during my seb-Derm flare ups. I also take B-vitamin complex also.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
Hormonal imbalance is an important internal cause of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.
Eat a healthy diet. You can also take vit B6 and vit A and E which are good for hair and skin. Try medicated shampoos for dandruff. There are a number of over-the-counter shampoos available that can help. The most effective ingredients -- antimicrobials -- to look for are zinc pyridinethione, selenium sulfide, sulfur and ketoconazole (also available by prescription). If your hair is colored, don't use products with selenium sulfide or sulfur.
If the symptoms persist please consult a trichologist for the confirmatory diagnosis and treatment.
Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or in case you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.
Hormonal imbalance is an important internal cause of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis.
Eat a healthy diet. You can also take vit B6 and vit A and E which are good for hair and skin. Try medicated shampoos for dandruff. There are a number of over-the-counter shampoos available that can help. The most effective ingredients -- antimicrobials -- to look for are zinc pyridinethione, selenium sulfide, sulfur and ketoconazole (also available by prescription). If your hair is colored, don't use products with selenium sulfide or sulfur.
If the symptoms persist please consult a trichologist for the confirmatory diagnosis and treatment.
Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or in case you have any additional doubts.Kind regards.
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