Understanding Dandruff — Symptoms

What Are the Symptoms of Dandruff?

The symptoms of dandruff include:

• Flakes of skin that range from small and white to large, greasy, and yellow
• Itchy flaking that appears on the scalp or eyebrows; around the hairline, ears, or nose; or in the center of the chest or back

Call Your Doctor About Dandruff if:

Scaling is greasy and yellow and does not respond to over-the-counter dandruff shampoos and lotions; you may have seborrheic dermatitis and need more aggressive treatment to relieve the redness, itching, and flaking.