DANDRUFF, THE CAUSE,SYMPTOMS AND TREATMENT.

Dandruff is the shedding of dead skins from the scalp. Dandruff is very common,can be found 8 of 10 people. Causes of dandruff are. (1) irritated oily skin. (2). Not shampooing often enough. (3). A yeast like fungus (malassezia). (4) dry skin. (5). Sensitivity to haircare products. Symptoms of dandruff are: (1). White oily ,looking flakes of dead skins.that dot your hair. (2). A possible itchy,scaly scalp. Treatment: Most cases of dandruff don't require a doctors care,but if dandruff shampoos are not helping of or if your scalp becomes red or swollen, see your doctor or a doctor who specialise in skin conditions ( dermatologist). N:B a type of dandruff called cradle cap can affect babies.cradle cap is not dangerous and often clean up on it own.