Alaternative Health

Q. A FEW years ago, I was diagnosed with scalp dermatitis. I have tried several products recommended by my doctor without much relief. Anything that helps is short-lived.

As soon as I stop using it the symptoms return. Any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated, as the condition is driving me mad.

A. Scalp dermatitis is a harmless scaling rash resulting from the yeast pityrosporum ovale, normally present on the scalp, multiplying out of control. This leads to the sebaceous glands producing too much oil, which trig-gers the inflammation and maddening itch. Dandruff is scalp dermatitis without the inflammation.