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Dandruff is one of the most common scalp problems. But it is surprising that no precise cause off dandruff is known. There is therefore no cure for dandruff, but you can treat it whenever it shows. There are many factors that trigger dandruff and some speculation about the possible causes. Let us talk about them so that we can keep our scalp squeaky clean from dandruff.

Dandruff and fungus-

Dandruff is a kind of Seborrheic dermatitis and it is believed that dandruff is caused by a fungus that normally lives on the human skin and feeds on skin oils. During dandruff this fungus known as malassezia multiplies manifold and creates problems in the scalp. Why a fungus, which otherwise lies dormant, suddenly flares up and multiplies is not precisely known.

Dandruff and other causes-

Other causes that are held responsible for dandruff are - stress, poor hygiene of scalp, over use of shampoos, under use of shampoo, chemical treatments that harm the hair and scalp etc. the incidence of dandruff is less in summer than in winter. We can deduce that less sun may be causing dandruff, but exposing more to sun may cause serious skin problems.

Dandruff Advice

Are you perplexed by trying to figure out what causes scalp dandruff?

So, you are trying to find out what causes dandruff? We have found more than on thing that could potentially cause Danduff. One of the things that can cause the annoying dandruff ailment is having very active producing oil glands. Worrying is another thing that can cause the annoying dandruff ailment. While searching online, we also discovered that heavy perspiration and even harsh shampoos can cause dandruff… unfortunately for the latter I have not been able to find any more info. to lend proof this.

Various and widespread are the reasons which have been given over the years regarding the potential reason of the dandruff ailment Alot of the myths that have been spread about dandruff are untrue. Dandruff is a problem in the united states and all over the world. The various reasons for dandruff are about as varied as the rumors themselves.

The Dandruff problem is caused because of a very small and tiny little fungus. This microscopic fungus organism is known as pityrosporum-ovle… I wish I knew how to pronounce that (LOL). This fungus is in really low quantities on normal healthy scalps. Whenever a person has Dandruff irritation there is a very large amount of pityrosporum-ovle in the scalp area. The organism feeds on the oily substance that is secreted by your hair follicles. This causes an botheration in the infected scalp area which in turn leads to a quicker cell turnover. This causes itching dandruff.