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Posted on Mon, 10 Feb 2014
Question: i am suffering from dandruff. the dandruff is there even after washing my hair. the dandruff is making my hair oily within a day after
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Answered by Dr. Shanthi E (2 hours later)
Brief Answer: use Nizral shampoo Detailed Answer: Hello, Dandruff occurs due to fungal infection of the scalp. This requires careful treatment. Initially, we begin treatment with topical Nizral shampoo every alternate days in a week for the fungus to be washed away. Then you can repeat the shampoo twice in a week, followed by weekly once. Also, you must condition your hair well to prevent the fungus formation. For this, oil your regularly. Do not shampoo dry hair. Use a good conditioner to your hair. With effective treatment, you should be fine soon. Regards,
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Suggest Treatment For Dandruff

Brief Answer: use Nizral shampoo Detailed Answer: Hello, Dandruff occurs due to fungal infection of the scalp. This requires careful treatment. Initially, we begin treatment with topical Nizral shampoo every alternate days in a week for the fungus to be washed away. Then you can repeat the shampoo twice in a week, followed by weekly once. Also, you must condition your hair well to prevent the fungus formation. For this, oil your regularly. Do not shampoo dry hair. Use a good conditioner to your hair. With effective treatment, you should be fine soon. Regards,