What is pityriasis simplex

summary

Pityriasis simplex is a common disease. The typical disease is the increase of oil secreted by the scalp. The harm is relatively large, which will lead to hair loss. Now let's see what is pityriasis simplex.

What is pityriasis simplex

First of all: the disease is also known as dry seborrhea, is caused by excessive seborrhea due to sebaceous gland secretion function, mainly for the scalp and hair fat, greasy, increased scales. Head diffuse, gray, greasy, chaff like scales, often accompanied by pruritus. There is usually no obvious inflammation of the scalp. The course of the disease was chronic, gradually aggravated, long hair loss, sparse. Pityrosporum ovale could be detected in the dandruff of some patients. Simple pityriasis symptoms are very obvious, once similar diseases appear, timely take effective measures for treatment is very important.

Secondly, the exact etiology and pathogenesis are not fully understood, which may be caused by multiple factors. The increase of androgen level may be the main reason for the increase of sebum secretion, which is also related to age and gender. Clinically, it has the characteristics of familial distribution, and has a certain genetic tendency. In some nervous system diseases, such as Parkinson's disease, the level of sebum secretion can be 2 times higher than normal. Down syndrome, arteriosclerosis, adrenal tumor, epilepsy, diabetes and some breast cancer patients can significantly increase sebum secretion.

Finally: general treatment: limit excessive intake of animal fat, sugar and stimulating food. The use of alkaline strong shampoo will stimulate sebaceous gland secretion, should use neutral or acid shampoo. Shampoos containing sulfur help to wash off sebum and keep hair properly dry and loose. Reduce the number of shampoo can make the sebum has been spilled accumulation, the formation of counter pressure and help to reduce sebum secretion.

matters needing attention

At present, there are many ways to treat pityriasis simplex. In the process of treatment, we should also pay attention to limiting the intake of animal fat and choosing appropriate shampoo, which is helpful to the treatment of the disease.