What is seborrhea and dandruff?
A. Organic waste is the bi-product of sebaceous gland secretions and natural regeneration of skin cells. When this waste is not regularly cleaned away the result is seborrhea. This can occur in varying degrees of intensity according to the person affected, seasons of the year and types of occupation. Levels of secretion differ among individuals. When seborrhea is neglected, it can lead to dermatitis, dandruff, and often to intense itching by blocking the hair follicle. Dandruff is always a sign of a diseased scalp and is the most frequent symptom of inflammation called seborrhiec dermatitis. Q. Are scalp treatments beneficial in protecting baldness and stimulating regrowth? A. Treatments may accomplish stopping further loss and itching, removal of dandruff and better hair. Some drugs (only Minoxidil and Propecia) have shown clinical efficacy in promoting regrowth. Q. What types of scalp treatments do you use? A. Home treatment consists of: 1) Scalp Scripts 12% Dexpanthenol which has be
