Could An Issue With Dandruff And Dirt In The Scalp Be Due To Vitamin E?

Posted on Fri, 15 Sep 2023

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Question : I am suffering from hair problem.When I use the shampoo,after 1-2 days,it gets filled with dandroof and dirt.
I have tried many shampoo.
is it because of vitamin e?
please suggest

Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Please see detailed answer

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Do you have any medical condition?
Are you on any medication?

Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Diwashish Biswas (4 hours later)

No. I don't have any medical condition. I don't do any medication.

Answered by Dr. Diwashish Biswas (22 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
It could be seborrhea or another cause

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Yes, it could be due to vitamin deficiency like b complex, vitamin e, and biotin Deficiency. So you should take multivitamin capsules for 2-3 months. Antifungal shampoo like Ketomac can help temporarily resolve the issue. Drink cleaner water.

I hope your query is clear now. Thank you.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj