What is dandruff
The medical name is “pityriasis”, translated from Latin as “bran”. This is a pathology caused by the desquamation of dead epithelial cells - the outer layer of the dermis of the scalp. As a result, dead skin particles are intensively exfoliated over a long period of time. The symptom is caused by a failure in the process of renewal and exfoliation of cells in the stratum corneum of the skin.
Dandruff is not an independent disease; its appearance is caused by various pathologies. The condition is often accompanied by severe itching of the scalp. The hair itself becomes either dull and dry or oily, depending on the type of dandruff.
Treatment of itchy scalp in adults and children
Treatment should begin with a detailed diagnosis. Based on the results of studies - laboratory tests, trichoscopy, phototrichogram - the patient will be prescribed local therapy (shampoos, ointments, lotions, etc.), medications, hormones, vitamins, microelements - in each case, the treatment plan will be personalized specifically for a specific person. Some ailments, such as parasitic infections, can be cured fairly quickly. Some, for example, skin diseases, require more multi-stage and lengthy treatment.
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Causes of dandruff
Epithelium renewal normally occurs every 28 days. If, during renewal, keratinocytes (the main cells of the upper layer of skin) begin to grow rapidly, this contributes to the appearance of dandruff. The culprit is the fungus Malassezia Furfur, which is considered a permissible microflora of the epidermis and does not manifest itself in any way under healthy conditions.
The fungal culture is activated when situations favorable to it appear:
- hormonal surges: puberty, pregnancy, menopause;
- improper hair care: aggressive coloring, inappropriate shampoo, perm, frequent use of straightening and hot hair dryer;
- neglect of a hat in the cold season and excessive insulation (wearing a hat indoors);
- diseases: pathologies of the gastrointestinal tract, bronchopulmonary system, disruption of the sebaceous glands;
- stress, decreased immunity and violation of the principles of proper nutrition.
When the fungus “wakes up,” the development cycle of epidermal cells changes. They die off before they can get past it. This is how scales are formed. By the way, dandruff does not necessarily appear on the entire head; sometimes the fungus is activated only on one part of it.
Dandruff, itchy scalp, hair loss, flaking, redness - reasons, what to do?
In addition to drug therapy, the doctor will give nutritional recommendations. Correcting eating habits is an important step in the treatment of skin pathologies. Skin reflects what we eat and drink. Most likely, the trichologist will recommend giving up sweets, foods containing lactose, fatty, fried, spicy foods, and alcohol. And, of course, foods that cause an allergic reaction in a particular patient should be excluded from the daily diet. You will be able to evaluate the first results of the “new” diet in 3-4 weeks.
Reducing stress levels plays an equally important role. Healthy habits (timely going to bed, breathing exercises, physical exercise, walks in the fresh air, etc.), organizing a healthy environment in the workplace, and communicating with loved ones will help with this.
Proper skin care is very important. At Marina Ryabus’s clinic, you can always purchase the best scalp and hair care products on the recommendation of a dermatologist or trichologist. Comprehensive care will restore the hair structure, thicken it, restore a healthy pH, relieve inflammation, and remove dandruff.
During the treatment period, you will be asked to refrain from using a hair dryer, visiting a solarium, staying in the sun without a hat, or dyeing your hair.
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