Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...

Q: For almost two months now, I've had bumps on the back, sides and crown of my head. They itch all the time — and even more when I get hot. When I scratch, I see white or brown flakes. My ...

Dandruff needs almost no introduction. If you’ve watched TV in the last twenty years, you’ve likely seen a commercial where a man finds the shoulders of his black T-shirt covered in white flakes and ...

Dandruff is a common skin condition where flaky skin sheds from the scalp. Wet dandruff occurs when excess sebum (skin oil) ...

Ever find yourself scratching your head not just in confusion but because of an itch that just won't quit? Well, you might be hosting an unwanted guest: scalp ringworm. How to relieve an itchy scalp ...

Dandruff is a common problem caused by excess yeast-like fungus (Malassezia), which grows on the scalp, causing mild inflammation of the scalp and shedding of skin (Image: Pexels) At some point in ...

Washing hair is sometimes not enough to combat dandruff. Scalp and skin experts say there are various causes for the flaky skin condition — and not everyone can get rid of it by using standard shampoo ...

Those embarrassing white flakes on your shoulders can make even the most confident person feel self-conscious. Dandruff affects nearly half of all adults at some point in their lives, creating an ...

New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. Dealing with dandruff isn’t only uncomfortable, ...

The rains bring with them the smell of wet earth, fresh greenery, and long-awaited relief from the scorching heat. But they also bring a less welcome companion: fungal infections. Every year, ...