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Scalp Health: The Foundation for Hair Growth

byUrmila NischalVisit Clinic in Vijayanagar, BengaluruStarts from₹1,000 per sessionView full gallery

Healthy hair starts at the scalp. I help you decode signs of inflammation, dandruff, and thinning with precise digital diagnosis and clinical treatments in Vijayanagar.

An itchy scalp, red bumps, or greasy scales are warning signs of inflammation. I share essential tips for scalp health, including proper washing frequency and using shampoos with active ingredients like ketoconazole or salicylic acid.

Is it dandruff or just a dry scalp? I decode the difference between the yellowish, oily flakes of dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis) and the powdery white scales of a dry scalp, as they require different treatments.

If your dandruff keeps coming back, shampoo alone may not be the answer. I explain how lifestyle factors like high sugar intake and poor sleep can worsen dandruff and what you can do to manage it better.

A clean, inflammation-free scalp is the missing link in fighting hair thinning. I explain how micro-inflammation damages follicles and how using anti-inflammatory products and exfoliants can protect your hair.

Constant itching, especially at the back of the neck, could mean lice. I explain the signs and stress the importance of treating the entire family with a permethrin-based shampoo to prevent re-infestation.

Yes, eyebrow dandruff is real. It can be caused by seborrheic dermatitis, dry skin conditions, or even allergies to cosmetics. I explain why you need to see a dermatologist for the right anti-inflammatory solution.

Those dark, flaky patches on the sides of your nose might not be simple pigmentation. It could be seborrheic dermatitis, a form of dandruff on your face that requires anti-inflammatory creams, not skin lightening products.

About Scalp Health: The Foundation of Good Hair

If you’re struggling with recurring flakes or constant itching, please stop guessing with supermarket shampoos. A healthy scalp needs a diagnosis, not a random product. I use digital trichoscopy to see exactly what’s happening at your follicles, whether it’s seborrheic dermatitis or simple inflammation, so we can prescribe the right medicated actives, not just a quick fix that washes away.

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Urmila Nischal

Visit Clinic in Vijayanagar, BengaluruStarts from ₹1,000 per session

I’m Dr. Urmila. I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all hair care or trendy DIY hacks. My focus is simple: diagnosing the real reason behind your scalp issues and treating them with proven science.

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