Causes of Dandruff

Cause of Dandruff: Pityrosporon ovale yeast on the scalp.

Underlying condition causes of Dandruff: The list of possible underlying conditions (see also Misdiagnosis of underlying causes of Dandruff) mentioned in various sources as possible causes of Dandruff includes:

• Pityrosporon ovale yeast - the underlying agent causing dandruff
• Psoriasis
• Stress - may aggravate or trigger dandruff.

Dandruff as a symptom: Conditions listing Dandruff as a symptom may also be potential underlying causes of Dandruff. The list of conditions listing Dandruff as a symptom in our database includes:

• Polycystic ovary syndrome

Related information for causes of Dandruff: Further relevant information on causes of Dandruff may be found in the risk factors for Dandruff and underlying causes of Dandruff.
Last revision: May 26, 2003

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