It is dandruff or not: when to call a doctor
'30.04.2019'
Source: Playbill. Daily
Changing seasons and experiments with styling products often lead to discomfort. The head itches, but how dangerous it is is not always clear. Together with experts Playbill. Daily figured out how not to hurt yourself with home treatment, when to go to a doctor and how to prevent problems with the scalp.
How to distinguish dandruff from irritation of the scalp?
- Minakova Irina Vyacheslavovna, Candidate of Medical Sciences, trichologist, dermatovenereologist, hirudotherapeutist of the CIDK clinic
“As a rule, people turn to a trichologist with a pathology of dandruff, with dryness and irritation of the scalp or with contact allergies from the use of shampoos or care products. The doctor must conduct a diagnosis.
When dandruff is concerned with the formation of silvery-white scales, which are easily and painlessly separated. Together with them, there can be microcracks on the vocal part of the head.
The irritation of the scalp is manifested through hot pink or red papules, traces of scratching. ”
Is it possible to cope with irritation yourself?
“If irritation arises from water in which you wash your hair, or from cosmetics for hair, then by replacing the ruler and water, you can improve the condition of the scalp. Most patients are treated after they started the treatment themselves, so only a carefully collected history will help you choose the right treatment tactics for the patient, which will include suitable home care products. ”
Can I fight dandruff on my own?
- Yana Chernigov, trichologist, dermatovenerologist, cosmetologist of the “Clinic of modern cosmetology of Yulia Shcherbatova”
“Before you start fighting dandruff, you need to understand what type of dandruff bothers you: dry, oily or mixed. Each of them requires special treatment.
Dry dandruff may appear during the heating season due to low humidity in the room, frequent use of a hair dryer, after dyeing, or improperly selected shampoo. To cope with this type of dandruff can be quite quickly, using moisturizing shampoos and masks.
On the subject: Dandruff remedies from simple components
Oily and mixed seborrhea can have several causes - from hormonal disturbances to a fungal infection, therefore, in this case, special medical shampoos are required, for example, with salicylic acid and antifungal preparations. In addition, it is recommended to adhere to a diet, because fatty, spicy foods and alcohol also increase the secretion of the sebaceous glands. You can wash such hair daily, if they are very oily, first I advise you to rinse with ordinary shampoo and then curative. The main thing, do not forget to follow the recommendations in the annotation to the pharmacy. Remember: no longer means better.
Unfortunately, sometimes it is difficult to determine the type of dandruff, therefore it is better to contact a trichologist. ”
Scalp scalp. Is it possible to moisturize and peel it with facial cosmetics?
“Using face cosmetics for the scalp is not the best idea, since the structure of the scalp and the pH of these zones differ. Such experiments can lead to unpredictable results and will unnecessarily grease hair.
Serum and creams for the face with acids to the scalp are also best not to apply, because usually for the face used higher concentrations that can damage the skin and cause a burn. The only non-specialized cosmetic product that can be safely used is thermal water. ”
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What to do to prevent dandruff?
- Ekaterina Turubara, medical expert of the brand Vichy
“To avoid the appearance of dandruff (especially in persons prone to it), it is necessary to observe a set of measures:
- Once a week, use a special medicated shampoo with antifungal component in the composition (for example, piroctone olamine, selenium disulfide).
- Add foods rich in zinc, B vitamins, polyunsaturated fatty acids - omega-3 and omega-6 to your diet. They will improve the condition of the epidermal barrier of the scalp.
- To reduce the increased fat content of the scalp. For this purpose, you can use shampoos containing kaolin. Such tools are especially suitable for people who do not want to wash their hair often.
How to reduce hypersensitivity and remove irritation?
- Wash your head with warm water (not hot) and blow-dry at low temperature.
- Minimize (or completely stop) the use of varnishes, sprays, gels. Less likely to change care products.
- Avoid mechanical trauma to the hair (frequent combing, use of elastic bands or hairpins).
- Frequently dissolve hair, do not wear tight hats.
- Cover your hair in the open sun. ”
