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GlossaryMalassezia furfur

naturally occurring yeast on skin, can cause dandruff

Malassezia furfur is a type of yeast that naturally lives on human skin. While it is usually harmless, it can sometimes overgrow and cause conditions like dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and certain types of skin discoloration known as tinea versicolor.

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Studies on the Antimicrobial Activity of Evolvulus Alsinoides, Murraya Koenigii, Lawsonia Inermis, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis, Azadirachta Indica Against Malassezia Furfur Using Fractional Factorial Design

research Studies on the Antimicrobial Activity of Evolvulus Alsinoides, Murraya Koenigii, Lawsonia Inermis, Hibiscus Rosa-Sinensis, Azadirachta Indica Against Malassezia Furfur Using Fractional Factorial Design

1 citations, January 2016 in “International journal of research in ayurveda and pharmacy”

The study found that a specific combination of five medicinal plants effectively inhibits the fungus that causes dandruff.

research Malassezia Infection: Is There Any Chance or Necessity in Refractory Acne?

8 citations, March 2010 in “Chinese medical journal/Chinese Medical Journal”

Malassezia infection may cause refractory acne, and antifungal treatments can help.

research Coexistence of Malassezia Species and Microsporum Canis in the Lesions of an Adult with Tinea Capitis

June 2024 in “Infection and Drug Resistance”

An adult woman with scalp infection recovered after antifungal treatment, with no return of symptoms.

research Malassezia (Pityrosporum) Folliculitis Occurring With Granuloma Annulare and Alopecia Areata

8 citations, October 1983 in “Archives of Dermatology”

A man had a unique case of three skin conditions happening together.

Screening of Hair Growth Promoting Activity of Punica Granatum L. (Pomegranate) Leaves Extracts and Its Potential to Exhibit Antidandruff and Anti-Lice Effect

research Screening of Hair Growth Promoting Activity of Punica Granatum L. (Pomegranate) Leaves Extracts and Its Potential to Exhibit Antidandruff and Anti-Lice Effect

14 citations, April 2021 in “Heliyon”

Pomegranate leaf extract may help with hair growth, dandruff, and lice.

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community A hill on which I will die: The DHT itch absolutely exists

in Research/Science 206 upvotes 7 months ago

The DHT itch is linked to hair loss and persists despite finasteride use; switching to dutasteride helped alleviate the itch and promoted regrowth. Some users suggest seborrheic dermatitis as a cause and recommend treatments like medicated shampoos, vitamin D, and minoxidil.

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in Ketoconazole 62 upvotes 2 years ago

Using Nizoral shampoo intermittently and reassessing scalp condition after each bottle, potentially adding in other tools to target seb derm, and alternating between Pura D'Or and Nizoral for a healthy and clean scalp.

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in Ketoconazole 10 upvotes 6 months ago

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community Ru58841 completely got rid of my seb derm

in Chat 6 upvotes 1 year ago

RU58841 cured seborrheic dermatitis, oily scalp, dandruff, and scalp pain, improving hair health when combined with Minoxidil. Another user noted diet impacts their seborrheic dermatitis and that finasteride hasn't changed their condition.

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