Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Asked 5 months ago

How to cure extreme dandruff?

My scalp has been super itchy and flaky lately, and I have a lot of dandruff, even after trying several shampoos. It's getting quite embarrassing. How can I get rid of extreme dandruff?

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Priyanka Verma Priyanka Verma Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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Extreme dandruff can sometimes be linked to underlying health conditions, even thyroid issues or hormonal imbalances. It's not always just a scalp problem. It might be a good idea to get a general health check-up and some blood tests alongside seeing a dermatologist, just to rule out any internal causes.

Rahul Mishra Rahul Mishra Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Extreme dandruff, ugh. My hair is already falling out from lack of sleep, now this? If only there was a magic shampoo that worked instantly. Honestly, I've found that proper washing and a good anti-dandruff shampoo helps, but for 'extreme', you probably need a doc, not another late-night internet search.

Sneha Sharma Sneha Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I ignored my extreme dandruff for too long and it led to really bad scalp irritation and even hair loss in patches. It turned out to be a fungal infection that needed prescription medication. Please don't make my mistake; see a dermatologist quickly before it gets worse.

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Karan Singh Karan Singh Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Bro, I used to have crazy dandruff too. Tried all those fancy shampoos, nothing. My dad told me to just use Selsun. Worked like a charm after a few washes. But if yours is 'extreme', maybe get a doc to check if it's something else, like seborrheic dermatitis or fungus.

Amit Deshmukh Amit Deshmukh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Extreme dandruff, yaar, that's not fun. Maybe cut down on the super oily, fried food? I mean, probably not directly linked, but healthy body, healthy scalp, no? But seriously, for extreme cases, a dermatologist is probably your best bet. Then you can enjoy your biryani without the flakes.

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Deepa Reddy Deepa Reddy Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For extreme dandruff, over-the-counter shampoos might not be enough. It could be seborrheic dermatitis, which needs specific antifungal shampoos or lotions. It's really best to consult a dermatologist. They can prescribe something stronger and give you a proper washing routine. Also, don't scratch too much, it makes it worse!

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