Dandruff is commonly diagnosed by simply examining a patient’s scalp.[1] It’s important to rule out other conditions that may initially appear similar, such as atopic dermatitis, tinea capitis, rosacea, and systemic lupus erythematous (SLE).[2]
References
- ^Mayo ClinicDandruff
- ^Luis J Borda, Tongyu C WikramanayakeSeborrheic Dermatitis and Dandruff: A Comprehensive ReviewJ Clin Investig Dermatol.(2015 Dec)