People’s Pharmacy: What causes dandruff, and how is it treated?

Q. For years, my scalp was itchy with powdery flakes. I finally read about a possible fungal reason for this and tried Nizoral shampoo.

At first, I used it every time I washed my hair, about three times a week. Now I just need to use it every 10 days. It works! No more itching or flakes.

A. Dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis both cause itching and flaking of the scalp or skin. They may be reactions to the disruption of the microbiome of the skin. An overgrowth of the yeast Malassezia globosa has been identified as a potential cause.

The active ingredient in Nizoral is the antifungal agent ketoconazole. It can help control both yeast and fungal infections. Thanks for sharing your success story.

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