Shampoo in the Treatment of Scalp Psoriasis

November 2011

Andrzej Kaszuba, Marta Pastuszka

scalp psoriasis erythematosquamous lesions keratolytics tars corticosteroids clobetasol propionate tar-blend shampoos clobetasol shampoo

Studysummary This article discusses the challenges and available topical treatments for scalp psoriasis, highlighting the need for individualized approaches due to patient preferences and varying clinical situations, but reports no new clinical results.

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