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Skin & Hair Concerns
Question #10789
345 days ago
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White spots on my face and lot of dandruff

srishti

I am really concerned about my white spots. They are occuring on my face. secondly, dandruff is increasing day by day i do oiling and shampoo 2 to 3 times in a week still the dandruff does not go. please suggest me something.

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Helo Srishti ,

Both of your problems are due to Fungal mostly

Kindly follow

1.Kz plus shampoo apply directly to the scalp by using finger not with nail, then keep it for 5 minutes 2 to 3 times weekly 2.clotrimazole cream over face 3. Limit oiling (excessive oiling is not good for dandruff - use light oil lice coconut oil ) 4. T. Zincivit once daily for 2 weeks

Hope this helps, let me know if you have any queries

With regards

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Hello dear Please follow below instructions for relief and improvement Nicoral shampoo twice a day for 1 month Minidoxil 5 for hair gain Clozed antifungal powder twice a day for 15 days Alovera gel with Tulsi combination for prevention of hair loss Selsun blue if it suits you Hope improvement occurs in 1 month otherwise consult dermatologist for immediate relief Regards

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White spots on the face can be due to dry skin, sun exposure, or conditions like pityriasis alba or fungal infections. Persistent dandruff despite regular oiling and shampooing may need medicated treatment, as oiling can sometimes worsen scalp flaking. It’s best to consult a dermatologist to identify the exact cause and get the right treatment for both issues.

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Ok follow this treatment:

1) Shampoo Ketostar Apply on your wet scalp keep it for 5 min then rinse it off use twice weekly for 4 weeks 2) Tab limcee 500 1 tab twice daily after meal for 1 month

Investigation 1) Thyroid profile 2) CBC 3) Vitamin B12

Thank you.

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White spots on the face can be caused by a few different conditions, but a common one is pityriasis versicolor, a fungal infection that leads to lighter, discolored patches. This is often linked with oily skin or areas with more fungal growth, like the scalp when affected by dandruff. Dandruff itself is typically caused by a condition called seborrheic dermatitis, which can result in flaking and sometimes even contribute to skin discoloration when inflammation spreads. To address the white spots, you might consider an anti-fungal cream or shampoo containing selenium sulfide or ketoconazole. These can often be applied directly to the spots or used as a cleanser a few times a week. As for the dandruff, using a medicated shampoo containing zinc pyrithione, selenium sulfide, or ketoconazole can be effective. These ingredients help in reducing yeast presence on your scalp, thereby reducing dandruff. When using these shampoos, allowing them to sit on the scalp for 3-5 minutes before rinsing can enhance their effectiveness.

Consistency is key; it often takes several weeks of regular use to see marked improvement. If your symptoms don’t improve within a month or seem to worsen, a consultation with a dermatologist might be warranted to rule out other conditions like vitiligo or psoriasis. Meanwhile, keep in mind lifestyle factors—stress, diet, and hygiene practices—all can play a role in skin and scalp health. Also, avoid applying heavy oils directly to the scalp as this might exacerbate the dandruff. Instead, using light, water-based moisturizers on the skin itself can help if dryness is an issue. Balancing your daily skincare routine and paying attention to how your skin responds to products can often provide more insights into what works for your particular condition.

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