Scalp Psoriasis

Stuart Millar Updated by Stuart Millar

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Symptoms:

Scalp psoriasis can appear as scaly, red, bumpy patches, silvery-white scales, and dandruff-like flaking. Also itching, burning, and soreness or hair loss are all possible symptoms of scalp psoriasis.

Recovery:

Dr. Harlan treats his adult patients for scalp psoriasis by first having them alternate between a salicylic acid shampoo with a ketoconazole or tar shampoo each day.

At night, he has his patients part the hair and apply SmartLotion® directly to the scalp. He recommends they put a shower cap over their hair in order to protect their pillowcase.

For severe cases, he will prescribe a prescription steroid to be applied at night.

His patients typically show dramatic improvement within 4 weeks.

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Rosacea

Scalp Scaling/ Itching

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