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results, use dandruff shampoo as directed A prescription shampoo
such as ciclopirox (Loprox, Penlac) also may help
• Use tar-based shampoos carefully
These shampoos work well, but they can leave a brownish stain
on light-colored or gray hair They can also make your scalp more
sensitive to the sun Check the label for ingredients
• Treat your hair gently
Dandruff shampoos can be harsh on your hair and scalp Use a 17
conditioner regularly For mild cases of dandruff, alternate dandruff
shampoo with your regular shampoo
• See a dermatologist
If dandruff persists or if your scalp becomes irritated or extremely
itchy, you may need a prescription shampoo

EYES AND EARS
16 Ensuring proper lighting

Increase overall lighting in your home to compensate for your need
for more light as you get older Make sure rooms have uniform
lighting from several sources
• Position lights appropriately

Concentrate light on close work by using adjustable gooseneck
lamps and lights underneath kitchen cabinets The finer your task,
the more light you need Position lights for reading to shine from
over your shoulder Use lampshades that completely shield the bulb
so that light is directed up and down, not into your eyes
• Turn down glare
Replace glaring ceiling fixtures with wall or floor lamps that direct
light upward Choose matte surfaces instead of shiny tabletops and
highly polished floors that reflect light into your eyes Select a non-
glossy, off-white paint for walls This type of surface maximizes
light in a room without creating glare

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