dandruff
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Introduction
A fine scaling of the scalp due to exfoliation of epidermis. The dandruff adheres to hair resulting in the appearance of white- gray scales.
Also see dander & seborrheic dermatitis.
Management
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References
- ↑ Stedman's Medical Dictionary 27th ed, Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore, 1999
- ↑ DeAngelis YM, Gemmer CM, Kaczvinsky JR et al Three etiologic facets of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis: Malassezia fungi, sebaceous lipids, and individual sensitivity. J Investig Dermatol Symp Proc. 2005 Dec;10(3):295-7. PMID: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/16382685