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    Glossary Scalp Dermatosis

    group of scalp skin conditions causing redness, itching, and flaking

    Scalp dermatosis refers to a group of skin conditions that affect the scalp, leading to symptoms such as redness, itching, flaking, and sometimes hair loss. Common examples include psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis, and eczema. These conditions can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, immune system dysfunction, and environmental triggers.

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    1. Common Allergens Identified Based on Patch Test Results in Patients with Suspected Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp Skin appendage disorders · 2016 · 16 citations
    2. Scalp Psoriasiform Contact Dermatitis with Acute Telogen Effluvium due to Topical Minoxidil Treatment Skin appendage disorders · 2015 · 14 citations
    3. Prospective, Open-Label, Multi-Centre, Randomized Study to Compare the Effectiveness, Safety, and Tolerability of Lulican™ Shampoo Versus Ketoconazole Shampoo in Indian Adult Patients With Mild to Moderate Scalp Seborrheic Dermatitis (LEAD Study) Cureus · 2022 · 8 citations
    4. Allergic contact dermatitis of the scalp: a review of an underdiagnosed entity International Journal of Women’s Dermatology · 2024 · 5 citations
    5. Associations Between Skin Microbiome and Metabolome in the Pathogenesis of Atopic Dermatitis Patients With Scalp Involvement Allergy Asthma and Immunology Research · 2024 · 3 citations
    6. Efficacy and Tolerability of a Shampoo Containing Broad-Spectrum Cannabidiol in the Treatment of Scalp Inflammation in Patients with Mild to Moderate Scalp Psoriasis or Seborrheic Dermatitis Skin appendage disorders · 2020 · 14 citations
    7. Ketoconazole Shampoo for Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp: A Narrative Review Cureus · 2024 · 9 citations
    8. Dermoscopic findings in scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis; Two new signs; Signet ring vessel and hidden hair Indian Journal of Dermatology · 2014 · 40 citations
    9. High Curl Pattern Hair and Scalp Care Considerations to Mitigate Seborrheic Dermatitis Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology · 2026
    10. At a glance: Alopecia areata vs telogen effluvium, and seborrhoeis dermatitis vs scalp psoriasis Independent Nurse · 2007
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    1. Is it safe to mix ketoconazole 2% shampoo with coal Tar+ salicylic acid for seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp?? Reddit · 15 Dec 2025
    2. White scalp that gets itchy after it dries. Not sure it’s seborrheic dermatitis anymore. Reddit · 2 Aug 2026
    3. Scalp feels worse than ever, dried skin, inflammation or perhaps plaque? Reddit · 7 Aug 2026
    4. Scalp barrier support while using min foam? +Seb derm Reddit · 9 May 2026
    5. Does anyone here take isotretinoin to make their scalp less oily? Reddit · 9 Apr 2026
    6. Fixing DHT Itch (scalp inflammation) with Aloe Vera gel & more Reddit · 2 Jul 2025
    7. If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied Community · 8 Aug 2024
    8. Don't discount diet for the sake of scalp health. Meds had no effect for 2+ years. 3.5 months since new diet / Shampoo routine. Reddit · 23 Jul 2024
    9. Topical Melatonin, Hair Loss/Growth, and Seb Derm (Seborrheic Dermatitis) Reddit · 31 Jul 2023
    10. Minoxidil and seborrheic dermatitis Reddit · 27 Aug 2019
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    1. Hydrocortisone Mild corticosteroid used on the skin and scalp
    2. Lavender Plant essential oil used in scalp products
    3. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies
    4. Ketoconazole Antifungal, best known as a dandruff shampoo
    5. Rosemary Herb whose oil is used in hair care
    6. Peppermint herb and oil thought to stimulate skin and hair
    7. Castor oil Thick plant oil used in hair care
    8. Scalp Micropigmentation scalp tattoos to mimic the appearance of light stubble
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