Head & Shoulders Clinical Strength Dandruff Defense Intensive Itch Relief Shampoo, 13.5 Fl Oz, 5.349 Fl Oz

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Selenium sulfide is available as a 1% and 2.5% lotion and shampoo. Some commonly used brand names are Selsun®, Exsel® and Head and Shoulders Intensive Treatment®. First and foremost, it's worth establishing the fact that both shampoos are intended to "control the symptoms of dandruff". What mainly sets them apart, though, is the difference between their active ingredients (with the Head & Shoulders Shampoo containing Zinc Pyrithione—or Piroctone Olamine in Europe—and the Selsun Blue Shampoo instead containing Selenium Sulfide). In essence, this comparison boils down to a question of "which anti-fungal ingredient works best against dandruff?", but there are a couple of other differences to explore first. Tufts Medical Center Community Care and Tufts Medicine MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, citizenship, alienage, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age or disability. Over 90% of the cases of ringworm of the scalp are caused by Trichophyton tonsurans, a fungus that infects the hairs and causes them to break. A worm does not cause ringworm.

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The main treatment for ringworm of the scalp is a prescription antifungal medicine taken by mouth. Give the dosage prescribed by your healthcare provider. This medicine is best absorbed by the stomach if your child takes it with fatty foods such as milk or ice cream. Low strength selenium sulfide preparations are available from your pharmacy or supermarket. In some countries, higher strength preparations are only available on a doctor's prescription. How to use selenium sulfide preparations Ringworm of the scalp is not dangerous. Without treatment, however, hair loss and scaling may spread to other parts of the scalp.

Ringworm of the Scalp (Tinea Capitis)

Head and Shoulders and Selsun Blue are best known for their anti-dandruff shampoos, but which brand is better? Antifungal creams or ointments are not an effective treatment because they can’t reach the fungus deep in the hair roots. It does not help to shave your child’s hair, give him a close haircut, or force him to wear a protective skull cap. This has no health benefit and will make your child self-conscious. View your health information including your medications, test results, scheduled appointments, medical bills even if you have multiple doctors in different locations. Made with 1% Selenium Sulfide for prescription strength** dandruff relief and flaking protection (**flake protection vs prescription dandruff shampoo 2% ketoconazole)

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Some children develop a kerion, which is a boggy (soft), tender swelling of the scalp that can drain pus. Kerions are an allergic reaction to the fungus, not a bacterial infection. They get better when you use antifungal medicine.myTuftsMed is our new online patient portal that provides you with access to your medical information in one place. MyTuftsMed can be accessed online or from your mobile device providing a convenient way to manage your health care needs from wherever you are. It is very important that you use selenium sulfide preparations strictly as directed on the label or as directed by your doctor. Do not use more of it, do not use it more often, and do not use it for a longer time than recommended. The Head & Shoulders Classic Clean would almost certainly be the better choice to keep *mild* flakiness and dandruff at bay (due to its weaker—but still effective—active ingredient), and for most people this will be the case. It offers 72 hour protection from flakes, dryness, and itchiness, and is suitable for regular use. Head & Shoulders also happens to be the #1 shampoo brand in the world (*according to P&G), so you know that you're in safe hands whenever you invest in their hair care products. Children who get ringworm of the scalp are usually 2 to 10 years old. A positive microscope test (KOH prep) or fungus culture is needed to confirm the diagnosis. What is the cause? In 6 weeks return to your healthcare provider’s office to be certain the ringworm has been cured. If the ringworm is not yet cured, your child will need to take a different medicine.