Dandruff

Introduction

Dandruff is a common skin condition that causes white or grey flakes of skin to appear onthe scalp and in the hair. The flakes are often noticeable if they fall from your scalp on to your shoulders. Your scalp may also feel dry and Pruritus . Dandruff isn't contagious or harmful, but it can be unpleasant and difficult to get rid of. This page covers: Treatments When to see your GP Causes Dandruff in babies

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Introduction

Find out what causes dandruff, what you can do to get rid of it and when to get medical advice.

Treatments for dandruff

The main treatment for dandruff is anti-dandruff shampoo. There are a number of types available to buy from supermarkets orpharmacies. Look for shampoo containing one of the following ingredients:

When to see your GP

You don't usually need to see your GP if you have dandruff, but it's a good idea to visit them if: you've tried anti-dandruff shampoos for at least a month and your symptoms haven't improved your d

Causes of dandruff

Your skin constantly produces new skin cells and sheds old cells to stay healthy. Dandruff can occur when this cycle of skin renewal speeds up. This leads to patches of dead skin forming on the scalp

Dandruff in babies

Babies can sometimes have dandruff and yellow, greasy, scaly patches on their scalp.This is known as cradle cap. Cradle cap appears most often in babies in the first two months. It tends to last o

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