Dandruff

Symptoms, when to seek care, and 36 verified professionals you can consult online.

Overview

What is dandruff?

Dandruff is flaking and itching of the scalp, often due to a yeast-related condition called seborrhoeic dermatitis. Medicated shampoos usually control it.

When to seek care: Consult a dermatologist if it spreads to the face or eyebrows, causes hair loss, or does not improve with over-the-counter shampoo.

Common symptoms

  • White or yellow flakes
  • Itchy scalp
  • Greasy or dry patches
Who treats it

Specialists for dandruff

Verified professionals

Professionals who help with dandruff

2 of these professionals list dandruff explicitly in their profile; the rest practise a specialty that commonly treats it. All are verified and available online.

Dr Umdat Unnisa
Dr Umdat Unnisa
General Physician · Hyderabad Telangana · 1+ yrs
₹7/minOnline now
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Dr. Komal Thakur
Dr. Komal Thakur
Ayurveda Doctor · Bangalore · 1+ yrs
Hindi
₹15/minOnline now
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Dr.Vanishree S V
Dr.Vanishree S V
Dermatologist · Pune · 16+ yrs
₹40/minOnline now
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Dr Vani Yepuri
Dr Vani Yepuri
Dermatologist · Bangalore · 15+ yrs
Telugu, Hindi, English
₹30/minOnline now
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Dr Gokiladevi D
Dr Gokiladevi D
Dermatologist · Chennai · 8+ yrs
Tamil
₹50/minOnline now
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Harsh Vardhan Gautam
Harsh Vardhan Gautam
Dermatologist · Delhi · 4+ yrs
₹25/minOnline now
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Dr Simoni Sarodia Dasondi
Dr Simoni Sarodia Dasondi
Dermatologist · Ahmedabad · 5+ yrs
₹20/minOnline now
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Ravi Khambhati
Ravi Khambhati
Dermatologist · Surat · 15+ yrs
Gujarati, Hindi
₹70/minOnline now
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Dr Namratha Puttur
Dr Namratha Puttur
Dermatologist · Pune · 5+ yrs
Hindi, English, Marathi
₹20/minOnline now
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Dr. Juhi Chandrani
Dr. Juhi Chandrani
Dermatologist · Ahmedabad · 4+ yrs
English
₹50/minOnline now
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Dr. Ashok Kumar
Dr. Ashok Kumar
Dermatologist · Sumerpur · 8+ yrs
Hindi
₹15/minOnline now
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Dr.R.Vignesh Kumar
Dr.R.Vignesh Kumar
Dermatologist · Bangalore · 15+ yrs
English
₹100/minOnline now
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Dr. Garima Jaiswal
Dr. Garima Jaiswal
Dermatologist · Kolkata · 10+ yrs
Hindi, English
₹100/minOnline now
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Dr Kritika Xess
Dr Kritika Xess
Dermatologist · Bangalore · 9+ yrs
₹50/minOnline now
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Anjali Gautam
Anjali Gautam
Dermatologist · Delhi · 4+ yrs
₹60/min
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Yashvi Gupta
Yashvi Gupta
Dermatologist · Satna · 1+ yrs
₹20/min
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Manavi Gupta
Manavi Gupta
Dermatologist · Delhi · 4+ yrs
Hindi
₹50/min
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Dr Aadya Srivastava
Dr Aadya Srivastava
Dermatologist · Noida · 4+ yrs
Hindi, English
₹50/min
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Dr. Tidke Pushpa
Dr. Tidke Pushpa
Dermatologist · Pune · 6+ yrs
Hindi, Marathi, English
₹15/minOnline now
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Shende Shivani Kiran
Shende Shivani Kiran
Dermatologist · Pune · 5+ yrs
Hindi, Marathi, English
₹80/minOnline now
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Sukhdeep Singh Bhatia
Sukhdeep Singh Bhatia
Dermatologist · Rajnandgaon · 3+ yrs
Hindi, Punjabi, Chhattisgarhi
₹35/minOnline now
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Dr. Sapna Singh
Dr. Sapna Singh
Dermatologist · Ahmedabad · 7+ yrs
Gujarati, Hindi
₹100/minOnline now
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Dilip Kumar
Dilip Kumar
Dermatologist · Bangalore · 6+ yrs
Hindi, Kannada, English
₹60/minOnline now
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Dr Reena Majithia Mehta
Dr Reena Majithia Mehta
Dermatologist · Ahmedabad · 13+ yrs
Hindi, English, Gujarati
₹30/minOnline now
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FAQ

Questions about dandruff

Which specialist should I see for dandruff?
Dandruff is usually handled by dermatologists. On Caremeez the AI matching feature routes you to the right category in one tap.
Can dandruff be treated online?
An online consultation can assess symptoms, review reports, start or adjust treatment and advise on tests. Consult a dermatologist if it spreads to the face or eyebrows, causes hair loss, or does not improve with over-the-counter shampoo.
What does it cost to consult about dandruff on Caremeez?
Professionals charge per minute (₹15 to ₹150) and the rate is shown before you connect. A short first consultation often costs less than a clinic visit.

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