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Saurabh’s Battle with Sticky Dandruff, Sudden Severe Hair Fall & Scalp Boils — And How Traya Helped Him Understand the Root Cause

Dr Kalyani Deshmukh

Dr Kalyani Deshmukh
Dr. Kalyani Deshmukh brings 7 years of experience in dermatology, specializing in the diagnosis of complex conditions and performing advanced dermatosurgical procedures. Her areas of expertise include clinical dermatology, trichology, dermatosurgery and aesthetic medicine.

Saurabh’s Battle with Sticky Dandruff, Sudden Severe Hair Fall & Scalp Boils — And How Traya Helped Him Understand the Root Cause

When Saurabh answered the call, he was still in his office, juggling work and worry. But he didn’t hesitate to explain what had been bothering him for over a year:

“Sticky dandruff is there… pimples like bumps are there… itchiness is so much that I cannot even touch my scalp.”

For most people dandruff is a minor inconvenience. For Saurabh, it had turned into a daily discomfort — irritation, constant itching, sensitivity, and now severe hair fall.

When a Sudden Trigger Makes Everything Worse

Although he had been facing hair fall on-and-off for a year, something changed drastically last week.

He said:

“From last Sunday… severe hairfall. Whenever I apply comb, ten–twelve hairs fall every time.”

Adding to this, he had recently moved from Maharashtra to Bangalore, and the doctor immediately picked up on something crucial:

Weather change + water change are two of the biggest triggers for:

  • dandruff flare-ups
  • fungal infections
  • sticky/oily scalp buildup
  • sudden shedding

This matched perfectly with what he was facing.

The Root Cause: Not Just Dandruff — A Full Fungal Scalp Imbalance

Saurabh described his dandruff as:

“Sticky dandruff… chipak jata hai… khujane par ungliyon mein aa jata hai.”

This type of dandruff is a strong sign of Malassezia fungal overgrowth.

The doctor broke it down for him:

  • This fungus increases rapidly in humid weather
  • Oily scalps become the perfect breeding ground
  • As fungus grows, it creates itchiness, inflammation, scalp bumps (boils)
  • Persistent inflammation weakens follicles → hair fall increases suddenly

Saurabh had 10–12 scalp boils, and touching the scalp itself caused shedding:

“Touch bhi nahi kar pata… thoda bhi touch kiya toh hair fall hota hai.”

This means his scalp barrier was severely irritated.

A Complicated History: Previous Medications Made It Worse

Before Traya, Saurabh had already visited an MD doctor. He used:

  • Minoxidil
  • Anti-dandruff lotion
  • Ketoconazole shampoo
  • Biotin
  • Other supplements

But he admitted:

“Minoxidil rough bana deta tha… isliye continue nahi kiya.”

He also suspected stopping the old treatment triggered the sudden fall:

“Last week I stopped… I think because of that the hairfall triggered.”

This is extremely common — when anti-fungal or anti-inflammatory medications stop suddenly, fungal overgrowth rebounds.

What Saurabh Wanted the Most

His expectations were heartfelt and simple:

“In minimum one month, I want hair fall should stop… pimples should get clear… and density should increase.”

This was not vanity — it was discomfort and fear. Imagine not being able to touch your own scalp because it hurts and causes shedding. Imagine worrying that your hairline is pushing back at just 28 years old.

This emotional weight was clear in every sentence he spoke.

How Traya’s Hair Coach & Doctor Handled the Case

This transcript showed one of the most thorough expert-guided explanations.

1. First, the Hair Coach Set Clear Expectations

He reassured:

  • Initial stage hair loss — reversible
  • Dandruff reduction: 1–2 months
  • Hair fall control: 3–4 months
  • Visible density: 5th month onwards
  • Hairline maintenance only — not guaranteed regrowth

This helped Saurabh understand both possibility & limitation.

2. Doctor Deep-Dived into His Scalp Condition

The doctor confirmed fungal dandruff and explained why it’s stubborn.

He connected every dot:

  • Weather change
  • Scalp oiliness
  • Sticky dandruff
  • Itching
  • Inflammation
  • Scalp boils
  • Sensitivity
  • Sudden hair fall

This helped Saurabh finally understand the root cause, not just the symptoms.

3. They Created a Safe, Gentle Start Plan

Because his scalp was extremely inflamed, the doctor paused all oiling:

“Scalp oil abhi 10 days use mat karein.”

Instead, the focus was on reducing inflammation quickly:

  • Anti-dandruff solution (night)
  • Anti-dandruff shampoo (twice a week)
  • Aloe vera gel on scalp before wash
  • Anti-fungal care to calm itching & boils

Only after the dandruff was under control would they introduce hair growth actives like minoxidil.

4. They Explained Minoxidil Clearly & Removed His Fear

He asked:

“Uske side effects hote hain kya sir?”

The doctor explained shedding, why it happens, and why it’s temporary. This clarity built confidence — something Saurabh badly needed.

Traya Products Recommended (Mapped From Product Bible)

1. Anti-Dandruff Solution (Night-Lotion)

Ideal for fungal dandruff with itching & boils Contains anti-fungal actives → reduces inflammation & bumps Targets the root cause that triggers hair fall

2. Anti-Dandruff Shampoo (Ketoconazole Based)

Controls sticky dandruff Reduces oily scalp buildup Prevents further fungal growth

3. Scalp Oil + Dandruff Oil Shot (To Be Used After 10 Days)

Nourishes scalp once inflammation reduces Improves scalp barrier Prevents dryness after anti-fungal treatment

4. Hair Ras (2 morning, 2 night)

Ayurvedic supplement Strengthens follicles from inside Reduces hair fall caused by stress, diet & inflammation

5. Health Tatva (1 morning, 1 night)

Balances internal deficiencies Improves scalp immunity & reduces recurrent dandruff

This combination targets:

  • Surface fungal infection
  • Internal triggers
  • Follicle strength
  • Density improvement
  • Scalp comfort

Why Saurabh’s Case Makes a Powerful Customer Story

Because it’s more than just dandruff. It’s:

  • Pain
  • Discomfort
  • Inability to even touch the scalp
  • Panic from sudden hair fall
  • Loss of density at 28
  • Failed previous treatments
  • Confusion about what’s happening

And then — for the first time — someone listened, explained the root cause, and created a step-by-step recovery plan.

Saurabh entered the call worried and overwhelmed. He ended the call saying:

“Sab clear hai sir.”

That clarity itself is the first step of healing.

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