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HOMEOPATHIC MEDICINES
FOR DANDRUFF
The skin of our body routinely
replaces older cells with new ones & the same holds true for the skin
of the scalp. The older cells are pushed to the surface to be discarded
& new ones come up below. Dandruff occurs when the rate of replacement
of the cells of the scalp is too fast. The older cells appear likes
flakes on the scalp which is what we call dandruff. The causes could
be many like dry skin, living in very cold dry climate besides
all he other causes of haifall like improper hygiene, improper diet, use
of strong chemicals, tensions, insufficient rest, combing hard etc. It
needs to be treated for it could be a potential cause of infection
as bacteria grow in the sore areas which develop in the scalp due to itching
caused by the dandruff.
Treatment: For those with dry skin, regular oiling of the scalp
at least twice a week is very important, besides taking a balanced diet,
proper rest & avoiding use of harsh chemicals.
Commonly used homeopathic medicines / remedies for treatment of dandruff
are: Cantharis, Arnica, Graphites,Phosphorus, Kali phos,Nat mur, Sulphur,
Ars etc.
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