Severe Dandruff Solution

Medical Diagnosis and Treatment Planning

Severe dandruff can involve persistent flaking, itching, and redness often linked to seborrheic dermatitis or fungal overgrowth. Accurate diagnosis helps prevent recurrence. Common treatments include:

• Ketoconazole shampoo to reduce Malassezia yeast growth.
• Pyrithione zinc shampoo to slow scalp cell turnover and ease irritation.
• Selenium sulfide shampoo to decrease fungus and flaking.
• Short-term topical corticosteroids for inflammation.
• Prescription antifungal creams for resistant cases.

At Alloroots, these are combined with scalp monitoring and regenerative therapies to address underlying triggers.

Advanced In-clinic Scalp Therapies

If shampoos are not enough, in-clinic treatments can help restore scalp health:

• PRP Hair Restoration Therapy using platelet-derived growth factors for healing.
• Hair Mesotherapy with nutrient microinjections.
• Low-level laser therapy to improve circulation and reduce inflammation.
• Dermapen microneedling to stimulate repair and enhance topical absorption.

Choice depends on medical history and scalp condition. Patients receive preparation advice before sessions, such as avoiding hair products for 24 hours. Images are shared only with consent.

Home Care and Lifestyle Support

Home routines can support treatment and lower recurrence risk:

• Regular use of prescribed or OTC medicated shampoos.
• Gentle scalp massage to improve circulation.
• Stress management techniques.
• Balanced diet with adequate zinc and omega-3 fatty acids.
• Avoiding hair products that irritate the scalp.

Some find mild relief with diluted apple cider vinegar, tea tree oil, or aloe vera. Use these only under guidance and not as sole treatment in severe cases.

Booking at Alloroots is available online or by phone. Bring current hair care products and past prescription details for review.

About Alloroots

Alloroots is a doctor-led hair restoration clinic in India specialising in surgical hair transplantation and regenerative hair science. Led by Dr. Alok Kumar Sahoo (MD Dermatology, AIIMS New Delhi), services include personalised hair loss diagnosis, hairline design, advanced FUE transplants, and non-surgical treatments. Consultations are offered in-clinic and online across India. The clinic prioritises privacy, safety, realistic outcomes, and evidence-led care with documented patient journeys. More at alloroots.com.