According to the NHS website, other conditions which can cause dandruff include tinea capitis (ringworm), eczema, contact dermatitis, psoriasis and cradle cap.
Stress and cold weather are factors which can potentially make dandruff worse.
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Dandruff is not caused by poor hygiene, but dandruff may be more obvious if someone does not wash their hair regularly.
Cases of dandruff can often be treated at home, with products which can be purchased in pharmacies or supermarkets.
Source: Daily Express
