What should you know about yellow dandruff?

Dandruff can produce visible flakes without a thick, inflamed rash. Seborrheic Dermatitis may cause yellowish, greasy scale with redness and irritation, often on the scalp, hairline, eyebrows or around the ears. Itchy Scalp and Flaky Scalp describe symptoms rather than a single cause. Thick plaques, marked soreness, hair loss or scale extending beyond the usual areas may point to another condition and should not be diagnosed from colour alone.

Wash the scalp regularly with a gentle routine and avoid scratching or forcibly lifting scale. A Medicated Shampoo Treatment may help when used according to its label or a clinician's instructions; work it onto the scalp rather than only the hair and allow the stated contact time. A clinician may recommend Topical Antifungal Treatment when yeast-related inflammation is suspected. Stop a product that causes a strong reaction and avoid layering several medicated products without advice.

Arrange an appointment if flakes persist despite appropriate shampoo use, return frequently, or come with thick plaques, bleeding, sores, pain or noticeable hair loss. Seek prompt care for pus, spreading redness, fever or swelling around the eyes. A clinician can examine the scalp and check whether another diagnosis needs different treatment.

Does this fit dandruff or Seborrheic Dermatitis, or could another scalp condition explain the scale? Which shampoo should I use, how often, and when should I return if the flakes continue?