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How can I overcome severe hair fall and dandruff accumulation?

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Published At August 17, 2022
Reviewed AtSeptember 15, 2023

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I face severe hair fall at almost every scratch through the head, leading to a decrease in density near the forehead. Also, a lot of dandruff accumulation is there on the head. Please guide me with some remedies.

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As per the history you provided and the picture I viewed (attachments removed to protect the patient's identity), dandruff, also called seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp, appears to be slightly oily. Dandruff can occur due to hormone fluctuations in the body, an imbalanced diet, and is also dependent on climate changes. I would advise Ketoconazole 2% + Zinc Pyrithione shampoo to be used twice a week. Dilute a small amount of the shampoo with water and massage your scalp for one minute. Leave the shampoo on your scalp for five minutes before washing off. Continue the process for two months. Proper hydration. Drink at least 15 glasses of water throughout the day. It will help in lessening the appearance of dandruff. Avoid oily-fried food, sweets, red meat, milk, and dairy products. Consume more fruits, vegetables, and fibers. Dandruff can be on and off, and once they appear, you may use the shampoo I have prescribed. The hair fall that you are experiencing is due to the presence of dandruff. Once the dandruff is reduced, hair will regrow, and hair fall will also lessen. I also want to assure you that having a hair fall of 100 to 150 hair strands per day is completely normal and part of the hair cycle. I hope this can help. Stay happy, healthy, and safe.

Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!

Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty
Dr. Sandhya Narayanan Kutty

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