Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD Dandruff doesn't directly cause hair loss. However, it can sometimes contribute to it.

The most common causes of an itchy scalp are dandruff, lice, psoriasis, or a stress rash. Here's how to determine which may be behind your scratching.

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Dealing with an itchy, dry, flaky scalp is a drag. The constant discomfort, combined with worrying about white flakes all over your clothes, is like a one-two punch. While there are lots of hair care ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." A dry scalp plagued with dandruff not only feels irritating, but it also keeps you from looking and ...

If you don’t wash frequently your hair and scalp can suffer from hidden hair situations that won’t be so pleasing. From ...

Although people with dandruff were commonly found scratching, dermatologists have said an itch isn’t the only side effect. Dr ...

Dandruff shampoos containing coal tar, long a popular remedy, are now under scrutiny. While effective for flaking and itching ...

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Science has sent people to the moon; built an artificial heart; created genetically engineered, insect-resistant grains --and yet it finds some nuts hard to crack. Like, what exactly causes dandruff?

Watching dandruff slowly fall from your scalp and onto your favorite top can spur a lot of emotions. For many, dandruff is a small but persistent common hair and skin care concern. Thankfully, experts ...