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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. Clinico-Epidemiological Study of Scalp Dermatosis at Tertiary Care Centre in Central India National Journal of Medical Research · 2025
    2. A 9-month-old infant with severe scalp dermatosis Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology · 2016
    3. Dermoscopic findings in scalp psoriasis and seborrheic dermatitis; Two new signs; Signet ring vessel and hidden hair Indian Journal of Dermatology · 2014 · 40 citations
    4. Scalp Psoriasiform Contact Dermatitis with Acute Telogen Effluvium due to Topical Minoxidil Treatment Skin appendage disorders · 2015 · 14 citations
    5. Common Allergens Identified Based on Patch Test Results in Patients with Suspected Contact Dermatitis of the Scalp Skin appendage disorders · 2016 · 16 citations
    6. 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
    7. Allergic contact dermatitis of the scalp: a review of an underdiagnosed entity International Journal of Women’s Dermatology · 2024 · 5 citations
    8. The Use of Imaging Techniques in the Diagnosis of Dermatoses of the Scalp Medicina · 2025 · 1 citations
    9. Trichoscopic Patterns of Scalp Dermatoses: An Observational Cross-sectional Study Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research · 2023
    10. An overview of scalp dermatoses in a tertiary care institute International Journal of Research in Dermatology · 2020
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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. Scalp Biopsy Results - Almost 2 Years Dutasteride, Still Worsening Reddit · 28 Aug 2025
    7. Fixing DHT Itch (scalp inflammation) with Aloe Vera gel & more Reddit · 2 Jul 2025
    8. If You Have DUPA, PLEASE READ THIS: Everyone Should Be Scalp Biopsied Community · 8 Aug 2024
    9. 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
    10. Topical Melatonin, Hair Loss/Growth, and Seb Derm (Seborrheic Dermatitis) Reddit · 31 Jul 2023
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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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