Skin health guide · RDG Clinic
Seborrhoeic dermatitis treatment in Riga
Dandruff may be a mild expression of seborrhoeic dermatitis, but psoriasis, contact dermatitis, and fungal infection can look similar. A dermatologist can clarify the diagnosis.
Seborrhoeic dermatitis and dandruff
A chronic condition with quieter periods and flares
Seborrhoeic dermatitis often affects the scalp, eyebrows, folds beside the nose, ears, and central chest. White or yellowish scale, redness, and itch are typical. Sebum, Malassezia yeast, and an individual inflammatory response contribute; it is not caused by poor hygiene.
The condition is not contagious. Stress, cold dry weather, and health changes can contribute to flares. Infantile seborrhoeic dermatitis is a distinct situation; this page focuses mainly on adolescents and adults.
Common signs
- Fine dandruff or thicker greasy scale
- Redness on the scalp, eyebrows, or folds beside the nose
- Itch, sensitivity, or burning
- Recurring flares in the same areas
When to see a dermatologist
When to see a dermatologist
- Scaling does not improve with correctly used anti-dandruff treatment
- The rash is widespread, painful, weeping, or crusted
- There is marked hair loss or the diagnosis is uncertain
- The condition significantly affects sleep or daily life
Accurate diagnosis
How assessment works
Diagnosis is usually based on the typical sites and appearance. The dermatologist asks about hair and skincare products and checks for psoriasis, contact allergy, infection, or another condition. An atypical or overlapping presentation may require biopsy or another targeted test.
An individual plan
Treatment approach
The aim is to reduce yeast, scale, inflammation, and itch, then prevent flares with less frequent maintenance treatment.
Medicated shampoos
The active ingredient and frequency depend on severity and hair type; adequate contact time with the scalp matters.
Antifungal treatment
A cream, foam, or solution can reduce the contribution of Malassezia on scalp, facial, or body areas.
Anti-inflammatory treatment
A short course or steroid-sparing medicine is selected by site; facial and eyelid skin require particular care.
Maintenance care
Once controlled, a medicated shampoo or topical treatment may continue less often alongside gentle skincare.
Your RDG care path
How the clinic can help
Services are selected after dermatologist assessment and according to the individual findings, not from a name or photograph alone.
Long-term control
What to expect
Improvement often begins within weeks, but recurrence is common. If treatment suddenly stops helping, the diagnosis and application technique should be reviewed rather than endlessly adding products.
This information does not replace medical consultation. Seek urgent medical care for sudden, severe, or rapidly progressive symptoms.
Dermatologists
Frequently asked questions
Does dandruff mean poor hygiene?
No. Infrequent washing can make scale more visible, but seborrhoeic dermatitis is inflammatory, not a sign of dirtiness.
Is it contagious?
No. It cannot be passed to another person through touch, towels, or sharing a room.
Can it be cured permanently?
It is usually controlled rather than permanently cured. Maintenance care can reduce the frequency and severity of flares.
Medical sources
Content updated: 13 October 2026
Treatment starts with an accurate diagnosis
After assessment, the dermatologist will explain the appropriate plan and costs. There is no single fixed treatment price because it depends on the diagnosis and therapy required.