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Why Do I Have Dandruff And Losing Hair?
Skin and Hair Disorders
Consultation #60145
1 day ago
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Why Do I Have Dandruff And Losing Hair? - #60145

Reese
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I am feeling kinda lost with this whole dandruff hair fall situation. Like, I have tried so many shampoos and natural remedies, but nothing seems to work! Just the other day, I noticed even more flakes on my shoulders and my hair feels sooo thin now. I never thought dandruff could be a reason for hair fall, but I read somewhere that it might be connected? Is that true? It’s super frustrating, because I used to have thick hair, but now it’s like strands are just falling out every time I touch it. I keep wondering, how do I stop dandruff and hair fall? I tried switching shampoos to ones specifically for dandruff, but it feels like those are making my scalp even worse. And I guess I’m just really curious if there’s a way to regrow hair loss due to dandruff. Like, can I actually bring back what I have lost? I don’t wanna keep battling this on my own. Any insights on how to tackle this dandruff hair fall issue would be a lifesaver! Thanks!

Doctors' responses

Dr. Maitri Bhavesh Kumar Acharya
Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery
1 day ago
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Dandruff and hair fall can often occur together, with dandruff being a common scalp condition characterized by flaking skin, which may lead to hair thinning or loss. Effective treatments include medicated shampoos, proper scalp hygiene, and addressing underlying issues such as stress or hormonal changes.

Q: How do I stop dandruff and hairfall?
A: To stop dandruff and hair fall, use anti-dandruff shampoos containing ingredients like zinc pyrithione or ketoconazole to reduce flaking and inflammation. Additionally, maintaining a healthy diet, managing stress, and avoiding harsh hair products can help improve scalp health and reduce hair loss.

Q: Can we regrow hair loss due to dandruff?
A: Yes, it is possible to regrow hair loss due to dandruff by treating the underlying dandruff condition effectively. Once dandruff is under control, hair growth may resume as the scalp environment improves, but it may take several weeks to see noticeable results.

Q: Why do I have dandruff and losing hair?
A: Dandruff and hair loss can occur together due to factors such as scalp inflammation, fungal infections, or dry skin. Additionally, hormonal changes, stress, and nutritional deficiencies can exacerbate both conditions, leading to increased flaking and hair thinning.

Q: Is dandruff a reason for hair fall?
A: Yes, dandruff can contribute to hair fall as it may cause inflammation and irritation of the scalp, leading to weaker hair follicles. Persistent dandruff can disrupt the hair growth cycle, resulting in increased shedding and thinning of hair.


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