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White Flakes In Pubic Area, Bad Dandruff. What Is It?

i have little white flakes on my pubic hair but im not sure what it can be because it almost looks as if it is moving but i think it could be my mind playing tricks. i get really bad dandruff in my. head hair would that have anything to do with it? i have only had sex with one person my partner and we have never had unprotected sex.
Mon, 4 Feb 2013
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Hello and welcome to HCM.

Thank you for your query.

Dead skin in the pubic area is also seen in a condition called seborrheic dermatitis, which is a skin condition occurring in areas where sebaceous glands are seen. In this condition these glands produce excess sebum (oil) that can result in growth of yeast, causing an infection that makes the dermatitis worse.

It can be treated with anti-fungal therapy and mild steroids. Please consult a dermatologist and request for a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis.

I hope I have succeeded in answering your questions, you could write back to me anytime for further clarifications.

Best wishes.
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White Flakes In Pubic Area, Bad Dandruff. What Is It?

Hello and welcome to HCM. Thank you for your query. Dead skin in the pubic area is also seen in a condition called seborrheic dermatitis, which is a skin condition occurring in areas where sebaceous glands are seen. In this condition these glands produce excess sebum (oil) that can result in growth of yeast, causing an infection that makes the dermatitis worse. It can be treated with anti-fungal therapy and mild steroids. Please consult a dermatologist and request for a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. I hope I have succeeded in answering your questions, you could write back to me anytime for further clarifications. Best wishes.