This article was reviewed by Knox Beasley, MD. Flakes on your scalp making you feel self-conscious? Let’s talk about seborrheic dermatitis vs dandruff. Whether your scalp feels like a snowglobe thanks ...
It’s been said before and it’s true: a healthy scalp is key to healthy hair. But for those dealing with pesky and sometimes painful scalp conditions like seborrheic dermatitis, that can be easier said ...
How does a doctor tell the difference between scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp? Your doctor can usually tell whether you have scalp psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis or both based ...
Dandruff and dry scalp are two conditions that cause similar symptoms. Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, which causes flaky, oily, and scaly skin. Dry scalp is dry skin that occurs on ...
Dear Doctors: I have dandruff, and my doctor says it’s from seborrheic dermatitis. Can you explain what that is? I’ve been using the special shampoo I was given, and it helps. When I stop using it, ...
Yeast infections on the scalp are caused by an overgrowth of fungal organisms. Malassezia, a yeast that often causes dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and folliculitis (inflamed follicles), is the most ...
This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...
When Brian Kim, MD, was in medical school, conditions like fibromyalgia and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) were merely a blip on physicians' radar. Yet, today there are a number of treatment options ...
I’ve Always Used My Hair to Express My Emotions. Whether that’s wearing an afro or a braided mohawk or trying out a new color or haircut, my hair has always been my creative outlet. When I get my hair ...
Dr Yadav tells indianexpress.com, “Seborrheic dermatitis is very common and in most cases has nothing to do with HIV. People with HIV can have more severe or widespread flaking, but dandruff alone is ...