Scaling of scalp is a common finding in many people, but can cause intense discomfort to some patients. Seen as flakes of skin on hair which may settle on upper clothes to cause social embarrassment, this condition can be kept under control and treated effectively.
Most patients complain of flaking and itchy skin on scalp.
Scratching the scalp with finger nails yields clumps of greasy scales. A yeast called pityrosporum ovale has been linked to dandruff. So the keyword is to control the problem rather than cure the dandruff. It is not contagious, but as a yeast has been linked to it separate combs and towels make sensible advise. Treatment Washing hair more often than usual will help most patients.