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Dandruff

What is Dandruff…?

·        It is a natural and harmless scalp condition in which the shedding of dead skin cells occurs at an unusually fast rate. Because of the oily skin often associated with this condition, these cells clump together and flake off as dandruff.

·        Dandruff is also called as Mild seborrheic dermatitis, Scurf, Pityriasis capitis.

Who are the majorly affected…?

·        Rare in children and over 50yrs of age.

·        Peak incidence and severity at age of about 20yrs of age.

·        More common in males.

What are the triggering factors…?

·        The following problems tend to exacerbate dandruff:

·        cold weather

·        dry indoor heating

·        stress (physical or emotional)

·        food allergies

·        nutritional deficiencies (B-complex vitamins or omega-3 fatty acids)

·        use of hair spray and gels

·        use of hair-coloring chemicals

·        use of electric hair curlers or blow dryers

What is its Pathology…? 

·        Epidermis, the outermost layer of skin forms a barrier to the outside world.

·        25-35 keratinized horny layer, which are very active replace itself completely in 26-70 days

·        Defective skin barrier à infection.

 

How to Diagnose…?

·        Extreme and persistent scaling without any signs of inflammation.

 

What are the Different Types of Dandruff Flakes…?

1. Dry Skin Related Dandruff:

·        Dandruff is also caused by dry skin issues and this is the most common type of dandruff to occur in people.

·        During winters when our skin is short of moisture, Dandruff often shows up.

·        Plus, during winters we wash our hair with warm water which makes our hair dry further.

2. Oil Related Dandruff:

·        The other common cause of the dandruff is the build-up of too much sebum oil in the scalp.

·        Irregular or frequent shampoo habits can also cause dandruff of this type.

·        Washing your hair too much can trigger off the sebaceous glands in our scalp which in turn produce more oil to counteract the dryness caused by the scalp.

·        If you don’t wash your hair, on the other hand, the dirt and oil accumulation in your scalp can cause itchy dandruff flakes on your scalp.

·        This can also be followed by heavy hair fall.

3. Fungal Dandruff:

·        A fungus called Malassezia is naturally found in the skin and the scalp.

·        Under normal conditions, the number of this fungus is under the certain limit.

·        But excessive oil and dirt build up can trigger their excessive growth.

·        This fungus releases Oleic acid as a by-product of their metabolic activities.

·        This acid increases the turnover of skin cells causing the increase of white flakes in the scalp.

 

4. Disease Related Dandruff:

·        Serious causes of dandruff might include infections caused in the scalp such as by psoriasis, eczema etc..

 

 

Why Homeopathy treatment is the best…?

·         Changes occurring in the genetic constitution added to the imbalances caused by physical and mental stress and anxiety exhibits out as disease symptoms.

·        Understanding the differences in the genes and the changes that occur in the body and there by treatment given.

·        By correcting the functionality of the genes.. the symptoms are relieved and immunity power enhanced thus restoring complete health.

·        Treatment is free from any side effects.

 

 

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