I have had dandruff for over five years now. There are white flakes on my hair all the time. I regularly use an anti-dandruff shampoo, but it is still unclear. How can I get rid of dandruff?
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Dandruff is a common concern, especially in people with oily scalp. Dandruff is a fungal infection. If more oil is produced by the scalp, the fungus becomes more challenging to clear.
There are many different anti-dandruff shampoos. Medicated shampoos containing ketoconazole, ciclopirox olamine, selenium sulfide, or a combination of these may be required.
After consulting a dermatologist, you can use these shampoos once a week or every alternate day. It depends on the severity of dandruff. For an oily scalp, washing the hair daily is advisable.
There is no permanent solution for dandruff. It requires regular maintenance of a healthy scalp. Some people are more prone to developing dandruff. They might need oral tablets as well.
There are other scalp conditions such as psoriasis that also present as white flakes. After examination by a professional, the correct treatment can be given.