A sudden, strong tendency to flaking or seborrhoeic dermatitis in a middle-aged person who has never had any such problems before can be a sign of HIV infection. Some patients with severe dandruff may have psoriasis . It can be difficult to prevent dandruff completely, but it can be controlled. The condition may also improve as people age. However, too much sunlight may cause wrinkles and even skin cancer.
Antifungal shampoo provides a mild, yet effective treatment.
People with severe problems should ask their GP for referral to a dermatologist or skin specialist. The documents contained in this web site are presented for information purposes only. The material is in no way intended to replace professional medical care or attention by a qualified practitioner. The materials in this web site cannot and should not be used as a basis for diagnosis or choice of treatment.