Dermatologists explain the common symptoms of an unhealthy scalp, as well as how to treat it.

Tinea capitis has a worldwide distribution. The disease predominantly affects children aged 1 to 10 years, but infections in adults are occasionally seen. These infections can spread among family ...

Autoimmune disease hair loss can happen with alopecia areata, lupus, thyroid diseases, rheumatoid arthritis, Crohn’s disease, ...

Many people experience an itchy scalp at some point. It’s usually not a sign of a serious medical condition and can, in most cases, be successfully treated with home remedies, over-the-counter ...

Treating psoriasis, a chronic inflammatory skin condition characterized by thick, scaly, red patches that can be itchy and painful, can be challenging if it appears on both the body and the scalp.

Plaque PsO is an immune-mediated disease resulting in the overproduction of skin cells, which causes inflamed, scaly plaques that may be itchy or painful. It is estimated that eight million Americans ...

A 63-year-old woman visited her doctor for a painful, scabby growth on her scalp that developed 5 months prior and was becoming larger. She had no systemic symptoms and was otherwise well. She worked ...

Psoriasis causes thick patches of skin called plaques that are dry and flaky. Dandruff usually comes and goes and can be caused by oily hair or irritants. Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease and ...

A sweaty scalp in summer can cause itching, dandruff and greasy hair. Here are the causes of a sweaty scalp and some simple tips to keep your hair fresh and healthy during hot weather.

Lindsay Curtis is a health & medical writer in South Florida. She worked as a communications professional for health nonprofits and the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Medicine and Faculty of ...