Chronic Dandruff Treatment

Understanding Chronic Dandruff and Its Causes

Chronic dandruff is a persistent scalp condition with flaking and itching. Common causes include:

• Overgrowth of Malassezia yeast, a fungus naturally on the scalp causing irritation
• Dry scalp or seborrheic dermatitis causing inflammation and scaling
• Skin disorders like psoriasis or eczema
• Environmental triggers and stress that worsen scalp irritation

Accurate diagnosis is key to effective treatment.

Medical and Regenerative Treatment Options

Doctor-led treatments combine symptom relief with scalp health restoration. Typical options include:

• Medicated shampoos with ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, or zinc pyrithione to control fungus and inflammation
• PRP Hair Restoration Therapy using platelet-rich plasma injections to promote scalp healing
• Growth Factor Hair Therapy (GFC) to stimulate scalp regeneration and reduce inflammation
• Hair Mesotherapy delivering vitamins and nutrients directly to the scalp

These treatments are combined into personalized plans addressing symptoms and scalp health.

Practical Tips for Managing Chronic Dandruff

• Use medicated shampoos regularly as prescribed
• Avoid hair products that irritate or dry the scalp
• Maintain a balanced diet and manage stress to support skin health
• Attend follow-ups to monitor progress and adjust treatment

Following these tips improves treatment results and scalp comfort.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India offering evidence-based treatments like hair transplantation and regenerative therapies. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi), the clinic provides personalized plans including FUE hair transplant, PRP, GFC, i-PRF, exosome therapy, and scalp micropigmentation. Patients receive privacy-focused care with in-clinic and online consultations. Learn more at Alloroots.com.