Dandruff is another name for a condition called seborrheic dermatitis, or seborrhea, specifically seborrhea that happens on the scalp. It's a very common condition in kids and adults alike, regardless of age or race. Dandruff causes flaky, white, or yellowish skin to form on the scalp and other oily parts of the body.
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Skin cells are formed continuously on the scalp, so the shedding of dead skin cells is a normal process. Sometimes with dandruff, however, skin cells are shed at a faster rate than normal. Oil from the scalp causes the skin cells to clump together and appear as white flakes.Dandruff can be caused by a number of things, including dry skin; sensitivity to hair products; and skin conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis or eczema.The overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus can also cause dandruff. This overgrowth can be caused by stress, hormones, too much oil on the scalp, or problems with the immune system.
Symptoms of Dandruff - White flakes on shoulders of dark clothing. Itchy scalp. Scaly facial skin. Recurrent ear "eczema" Facial rash over eyebrows, nose, and ears. Oily scalp and facial skin with dry flakes. Eyebrow rash. Beard rash.
