A receding hairline is associated with androgenetic alopecia or male pattern baldness, a condition seen in most men. It can start as early as the teenage years and becomes more common in the fifties.

This pattern of hair loss is not related to dandruff. It occurs due to an upsurge of testosterone, a male hormone, resulting in hair falling out.

However, itching and flaking are changes associated with dandruff. These can be treated using an anti-dandruff shampoo. Shampoos containing ketoconazole, zinc pyrithione, or selenium sulfide are recommended.

Treating dandruff will not result in hair growing back. It is crucial to prevent further hair loss.

Hair regrowth depends upon the severity of hair loss and requires examination by a doctor and some tests. The treatment has to be continued for several years, and complete regrowth may not be seen. Following this, your doctor may prescribe tablets and solutions.