Dandruff

The exact cause is unknown, but various factors increase the risk. It is not related to poor hygiene, but it may be more visible if a person does not wash or brush their hair often.

Dandruff can be embarrassing and hard to treat, but help is available.

Here are some key points about dandruff. More detail is the main article.

• Dandruff is a common condition, but it can be embarrassing and difficult to treat.
• It is not related to hygiene, but washing and brushing the hair can help remove old skin flakes.
• Risk factors include having certain skin or medical conditions and the use of inappropriate hair products.
• Various treatments are available over the counter, but more severe cases should be seen by a doctor.