Arjun Singh Arjun Singh Asked 6 months ago

Is dandruff caused by fungi?

I've heard people say dandruff is caused by fungi. Is that the main reason why people get dandruff?

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Suresh Rao Suresh Rao Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago
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Yes, a common type of dandruff is caused by an overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Malassezia. It's similar to how certain conditions thrive when internal balance is off. For me, managing my blood sugar helps keep my body's general health in check, which can affect skin and scalp too.

Radhika Sharma Radhika Sharma Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Haan, mostly it's due to a fungus called Malassezia. Good to know this so you can buy the right anti-fungal shampoo. No point spending money on general shampoos if the problem is fungal. Saving money by knowing the cause is smart!

Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Dude, yeah, my friend told me it's basically a yeast, which is a type of fungus. Apparently, everyone has it, but sometimes it just goes wild on your scalp. That's why those anti-dandruff shampoos work, they're anti-fungal. Mind blown, right?

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Kiran Rao Kiran Rao Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

Yes, my dermatologist at Apollo Hospital clearly explained that the most common cause is an overgrowth of a yeast-like fungus called Malassezia. It's natural on the scalp but can cause dandruff when it multiplies too much. Always clarify such things with your doctor, they explain it best.

Vivek Malhotra Vivek Malhotra Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

From what I understand, yes, a fungus is often the culprit. Maintaining good hygiene is key, just like in fitness. Regular cleaning helps. Maybe sweating during a workout and not washing hair quickly enough can create an environment for it? Good to keep the scalp clean post-exercise.

Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Honestly, I tried everything – lemon, curd, neem. Some helped a little, but it always came back. Then a doctor told me it's usually a fungus! So yeah, understanding that helps you choose the right product. It's frustrating when you don't know the cause, but a medicated shampoo for fungus usually does the trick.

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Anil Gupta Anil Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Yes, the doctors confirmed for my wife that it's often due to a fungus. Like blood pressure, sometimes these things can get out of hand. Regular cleaning and hygiene are important, and if it persists, a checkup with a skin specialist is a good idea. Don't ignore it.

Sushila Devi Sushila Devi Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

The elders used to say it's 'khushki' (dryness) or 'phungas' (fungus) from not washing hair properly. Now doctors say it is indeed a fungus. For small issues, neem water or curd helps. But if it's severe, always ask a doctor, they have stronger medicines now.

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