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How Can Severe Dandruff Be Treated?

Hi, My daughter is 6 year old. She is having dandruff issue from past few days. Is sebowash safe for her n what else I can Use to get rid of it. Also I use egg mask with olive oil, honey and cinnamon powder on her hair every week does this causes problem or is it safe for her. Please reply.
Tue, 12 Dec 2017
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Hi Dear,

Severe dandruff in your daughter seems to be due to improper hygiene, nutritional deficiencies, fungal infection, genetic factor, and hormonal changes. I would suggest

- Wash hairs after proper massage with olive oil.
- Yes you can use egg mask with other ingredients, make sure wash hairs with cold water after that.
- Maintain complete hygiene.
- Use Finasteride preparations.
- Take supplements like Vitamin A ,Omega-3 and Vitamin E.

I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order blood test, skin patch test and can do physical examination . Doctor may prescribe you drug like finpecia at least for 2-3 months or anti-fungal treatment along with minoxidil spray.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Severe Dandruff Be Treated?

Hi Dear, Severe dandruff in your daughter seems to be due to improper hygiene, nutritional deficiencies, fungal infection, genetic factor, and hormonal changes. I would suggest - Wash hairs after proper massage with olive oil. - Yes you can use egg mask with other ingredients, make sure wash hairs with cold water after that. - Maintain complete hygiene. - Use Finasteride preparations. - Take supplements like Vitamin A ,Omega-3 and Vitamin E. I would suggest you to consult dermatologist for proper examination. Doctor may order blood test, skin patch test and can do physical examination . Doctor may prescribe you drug like finpecia at least for 2-3 months or anti-fungal treatment along with minoxidil spray. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari