Seborrhoeic Dermatitis Treatment in Sussex:
Expert Care with Shuna Hammocks
Red, Itchy, and Flaking? It May Not Be Dry Skin.
If you are living in Sussex and struggling with a scalp that is persistent in flaking, itching, or feeling “tight,” you may be dealing with Seborrhoeic Dermatitis (often called Scalp Eczema).
Research estimates that around 4% of the population suffers from this condition. However, in our East Grinstead clinic, we see it daily.
Many patients travel to us from Crawley, Horsham, and Brighton believing they have a “dry scalp” due to the hard water in the South East. Consultant Trichologist Shuna Hammocks helps you distinguish between environmental dryness and this chronic inflammatory condition.
What Is Seborrhoeic Dermatitis?
Seborrhoeic Dermatitis is an inflammatory condition affecting areas rich in oil-producing glands. While the scalp is the primary target, symptoms often spread to the hairline, eyebrows, and even the sides of the nose.
A Sussex Myth:
“Many of my patients from West and East Sussex try to cure this by applying heavy oils,” says Shuna. “However, this condition is linked to oil activity, not dryness. Adding oil fuels the yeast that causes the inflammation.”
Accurate diagnosis is essential to stop the cycle of irritation.
Common Symptoms We Treat
If you have tried every shampoo in the chemist without success, look for these specific signs:
- Yellowish or White Flakes: Scales that are often greasy and stick to the hair.
- Persistent Redness: Visible inflammation on the scalp surface.
- Itching: This can range from mild irritation to keeping you awake at night.
- Greasy Roots: Hair feels heavy or oily soon after washing.
Why Does This Happen? (The Sussex Factor)
Seborrhoeic dermatitis is “multifactorial,” meaning several triggers combine to cause a flare-up. Shuna investigates your specific lifestyle factors:
- Stress & Anxiety: High cortisol levels are a major trigger. We frequently treat professionals commuting from Haywards Heath and East Grinstead whose scalp health mirrors their stress levels.
- Hard Water Build-up: The chalky water common across the South Downs and Weald can irritate sensitive scalps, making it harder to rinse away products.
- Hormonal Changes: Menopause, pregnancy, or contraceptive changes.
- Seasonal Weather: The damp, humid winters often experienced in Kent and Sussex can encourage yeast growth on the scalp.
Professional Diagnosis & Management
This condition is frequently misdiagnosed as Psoriasis or simple dandruff.
Shuna Hammocks (Member of the Institute of Trichologists) provides a thorough clinical examination. We look past the symptoms to manage the cause.
Your Personalised Plan
We provide a management strategy tailored to your life in Sussex:
Targeted Clinical Treatments
To calm inflammation immediately.
Home-Care Routines
Selecting the right pH-balanced products to counteract local hard water.
Lifestyle Support
Nutritional advice to support your immune system and reduce flare-ups.
Serving the Whole of Sussex
You do not need to suffer in silence. We provide expert dermatological scalp care for adults and children across the county.
Whether you are visiting us from Burgess Hill, Uckfield, Worthing, or right here in East Grinstead, our clinic offers a private, judgment-free environment.
Calm Your Scalp Today
Seborrhoeic dermatitis is a manageable condition. With the proper care plan from Shuna Hammocks, you can reduce redness and stop the itch.