Effectiveness and Tolerance of Medicated Shampoo Containing Selenium Sulfide and Salicylic Acid in Patients with Seborrheic Dermatitis

A 21-year-old is experiencing aggressive hair loss and dandruff, possibly due to seborrheic dermatitis, and is using pumpkin seed oil, scalp massages, and anti-dandruff shampoo as treatments. They are hesitant to use prescribed Finasteride and Minoxidil and have noticed some improvement after stopping Serenoa capsules.

Mixing ketoconazole 2% shampoo with coal tar and salicylic acid for seborrheic dermatitis is discussed, with users sharing experiences and alternative treatments like sulfur soap and scalp massage. Some users report success with these methods, emphasizing the importance of avoiding irritants and maintaining scalp health.

Selenium sulfide shampoo helped with a sore scalp but may cause hair root damage. Users experienced hair loss with selenium sulfide and ketoconazole, suggesting reducing use if hair loss occurs.

Minoxidil use may worsen seborrheic dermatitis, causing itching and dandruff. Users consider stopping minoxidil or switching to foam to improve scalp condition.

The conversation is about dealing with scalp inflammation and itching related to hair thinning. Suggested treatments include ketoconazole, selenium sulfide, 10% sulfur soap, washing hair with cold water, and using a moisturizer serum.

The conversation discusses scalp issues, with the original poster experiencing itchiness and a white layer on the scalp despite using ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include using rosemary oil for moisturizing and trying a hair serum to reduce flakes.