Burning Scalp Syndrome: Relevance, Place in Clinical Taxonomy and Therapeutic Approaches

July 2024 in “ Medical alphabet ”

А. N. Lvov, A. D. Levina, A. A. Skandaryan

burning scalp syndrome trichodynia hair loss dermatoses antipruritic anti-inflammatory microbiome

Studysummary The authors concluded that "burning scalp" syndrome lacks general treatment recommendations, but therapeutic cosmetics showing antipruritic and anti-inflammatory effects may offer promise for long-term management and prevention.

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"Burning scalp" syndrome is a sensitive skin condition characterized by symptoms such as burning, itching, pain, trichodynia, redness, mild exfoliation, and sometimes hair loss, which significantly impact the quality of life. It is a heterogeneous condition linked to various comorbidities, including dermatoses, organ pathologies, psychosomatic disorders, and environmental factors. Currently, there are no standardized treatment guidelines, but therapeutic cosmetics that normalize the microbiome and offer antipruritic and anti-inflammatory benefits show promise for long-term management and prevention.

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