A red scalp and dandruff may be caused by physiological factors such as not paying attention to personal hygiene, or it may be caused by psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis and other diseases. It is necessary to use general treatment, drug treatment and other ways.
1. Physiological factors: usually do not pay attention to personal hygiene and other physiological factors may cause a piece of red scalp and dandruff, daily scalp management should be strengthened, clean, and develop good living habits.
2. Psoriasis: If psoriasis is caused by a red scalp and dandruff, you should follow the doctor’s instructions for external use of glucocorticoid drugs, such as trimethoprim, mometasone furoate and other medications, which are beneficial to stop itching, anti-inflammatory.
3. Seborrheic dermatitis: seborrheic dermatitis may also lead to a red scalp and dandruff, patients should maintain a regular life. Patients can follow the doctor’s instructions for external use of calcium-modulated phosphatase inhibitors, such as pimecrolimus cream, tacrolimus ointment, etc., to improve the symptoms.
For patients with a red scalp and dandruff, they should do a good job of cleaning and caring for the head and improve their dietary habits. After excluding physiological factors, it is recommended that patients seek medical advice, identify the cause of the disease, and standardize treatment under the guidance of the doctor.