Dandruff Directory
Dandruff is the shedding of flaky, white-to-yellow pieces of skin from the scalp. You may notice white dandruff flakes on your shoulders or collar area. Dandruff is the result of a common skin condition called seborrheic dermatitis, which may be seen in people with eczema, psoriasis, fungus infections, or overactive oil glands, among other conditions. Dandruff is not contagious, but it can be hard to treat. It is more likely to affect men than women. Follow the links below to find WebMD's comprehensive coverage about how dandruff develops, what it looks like, how to treat it, and much more.
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Why Do I Have Sores on My Head?
If you have painful sores on your head and scalp, find out about some common causes.
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Tea Tree Oil
Tea tree oil has been used traditionally as a topical antiseptic and antifungal treatment. WebMD explains the scientific evidence for its effectiveness against everything from athlete's foot to MRSA.
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The Basics of Dandruff
What is dandruff and why do some people get it and others don't? Learn the basics of dandruff from WebMD.
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Treating Dandruff
Get tips for treating dandruff from the experts at WebMD.
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Slideshow: The Truth About Dandruff
Have dandruff? Stop itching! See dandruff causes, dandruff treatments, dandruff triggers, and dandruff prevention.
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Slideshow: 19 Hair Care Tips
WebMD cuts through the hype and provides tips about hair that is thin, gray, curly, colored, overprocessed, dandruff prone, and much more.
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Picture of Yellow Dandruff
If dandruff flakes are greasy and yellow, the probable cause is the skin condition known as seborrheic dermatitis; seborrhea is usually associated with redness as well.
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Picture of Dandruff
Dandruff - those dry, white flakes of skin you constantly find yourself brushing off your collar or shoulders - typically poses no health risk whatsoever.