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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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research Clinico-Epidemiological Study of Scalp Dermatosis at Tertiary Care Centre in Central India

April 2025 in “National Journal of Medical Research”

This observational study conducted in an Indian hospital found that autoimmune conditions, particularly alopecia areata, were the most prevalent scalp dermatoses among 152 patients, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and treatment to address both physical and psychological impacts.

research A 9-month-old infant with severe scalp dermatosis

August 2016 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”

This case study presents a 9-month-old male infant with symptoms suggesting a likely diagnosis of Hay–Wells syndrome, including severe scalp crusting, nail abnormalities, and partial syndactyly.

research Dermoscopic findings in scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis; Two new signs; Signet ring vessel and hidden hair

40 citations , December 2014 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology”

This study found that trichoscopy can effectively differentiate scalp psoriasis from seborrheic dermatitis by identifying specific trichoscopic patterns such as hidden hairs, signet ring vessels, and comma vessels.

research Scalp Psoriasiform Contact Dermatitis with Acute Telogen Effluvium due to Topical Minoxidil Treatment

14 citations , January 2015 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This case report details two women with female pattern hair loss who experienced severe scalp allergic contact dermatitis from minoxidil, one due to the active ingredient and the other due to the vehicle.

research Common Allergens Identified Based on Patch Test Results in Patients with Suspected Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp

16 citations , December 2016 in “Skin appendage disorders”

This study analyzed patch test results to identify allergens causing scalp contact dermatitis, finding nickel, cobalt, and balsam of Peru among the most common in the patient population.

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community White scalp that gets itchy after it dries. Not sure it’s seborrheic dermatitis anymore.

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The conversation discusses scalp issues, with the original poster experiencing itchiness and a white layer on the scalp despite using ketoconazole shampoo. Suggestions include using rosemary oil for moisturizing and trying a hair serum to reduce flakes.

community Is it safe to mix ketoconazole 2% shampoo with coal Tar+ salicylic acid for seborrheic dermatitis of the scalp??

in Ketoconazole 2 upvotes 9 months ago

Mixing ketoconazole 2% shampoo with coal tar and salicylic acid for seborrheic dermatitis is discussed, with users sharing experiences and alternative treatments like sulfur soap and scalp massage. Some users report success with these methods, emphasizing the importance of avoiding irritants and maintaining scalp health.

community Any medicine to stop hairloss due to seborrheic dermatitis?

2 upvotes 1 year ago

Betnovate and mometasone furoate were tried for scalp issues, but Zoryve and Selsun shampoo were recommended for relief. Itraconazole was suggested for stronger treatment if topicals fail.

community Scalp feels worse than ever, dried skin, inflammation or perhaps plaque?

4 upvotes 1 month ago

The conversation discusses a user's worsening scalp condition, possibly seborrheic dermatitis, despite using keto shampoo. Suggestions include using MCT C8 oil, adjusting diet by reducing carbs and sugars, and consulting a dermatologist.

community Scalp barrier support while using min foam? +Seb derm

in Minoxidil 1 upvotes 4 months ago

The user started using minoxidil foam daily after two years on finasteride and is managing seborrheic dermatitis with antifungal shampoo. They seek advice on moisturizing products that won't worsen their condition, with suggestions including gentle shampoos and light ceramide serums.

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learn Fluocinolone

What type of hair loss is Fluocinolone recommended for, and how does it help inflamed scalps? Fluocinolone is a prescription topical corticosteroid used for inflammatory scalp conditions such as seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis and scarring alopecias. It calms inflammation rather than growing hair, it is not a treatment for pattern hair loss, and its labelling warns against prolonged use.

learn Hydrocortisone

a synthetic cortisol used for anti-inflammatory effects

When should hydrocortisone be used for hair loss — is it only for irritated scalps or also alopecia areata? Hydrocortisone is a low-potency topical steroid whose labelled use is calming scalp irritation such as dermatitis; for alopecia areata no verified human trial supports it on its own, and dermatologists generally use stronger prescription corticosteroids instead.
Is hydrocortisone effective for stopping inflammation that blocks hair growth? Sources describe hydrocortisone as a short-course treatment for scalp inflammation such as seborrhoeic dermatitis or eczema, and no verified trial tests it as a hair-regrowth treatment; the corticosteroids used for alopecia areata are the potent prescription ones, and prolonged use of any topical steroid on the scalp risks skin thinning.

learn Finasteride

Are there really risks with topical finasteride? Reports on topical finasteride describe scalp irritation and dermatitis as the effects specific to it, and blood levels lower than the oral drug; whether systemic side effects are genuinely rarer has not been measured in a trial powered to answer it. Both forms are prescription-only and contraindicated around pregnancy.

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natural substance from Neem tree with medicinal and pesticidal properties

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antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

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signaling protein that, when suppressed, may grow hair by reducing inflammation and stem cell loss

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

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