Condition Lookup
Sub-Category:
Scalp Conditions
Number of Conditions: 3
Seborrheic Dermatitis of the Scalp
Specialty: Dermatology
Category: Hair and Scalp Disorders
Sub-category: Scalp Conditions
Symptoms:
flaky, greasy scales on scalp; itchy, inflamed skin; may involve eyebrows, beard, or ears
Root Cause:
Overgrowth of Malassezia yeast and immune response, influenced by genetics and environment.
How it's Diagnosed: videos
Clinical examination; no specific tests required.
Treatment:
Antifungal shampoos and topical anti-inflammatory agents.
Medications:
Ketoconazole shampoo – antifungal. Topical corticosteroids (e.g., hydrocortisone ) – for inflammation.
Prevalence:
How common the health condition is within a specific population.
Affects about 3–5% of the population.
Risk Factors:
Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Oily skin, stress, and neurological conditions (e.g., Parkinson’s).
Prognosis:
The expected outcome or course of the condition over time.
Chronic but controllable with treatment.
Complications:
Additional problems or conditions that may arise as a result of the original condition.
Recurrence; Secondary bacterial infection
Scalp Psoriasis
Specialty: Dermatology
Category: Hair and Scalp Disorders
Sub-category: Scalp Conditions
Symptoms:
red, scaly plaques on scalp; silvery scales; itching or burning sensation
Root Cause:
Autoimmune disorder causing accelerated skin cell turnover and inflammation.
How it's Diagnosed: videos
Clinical examination; biopsy for confirmation in atypical cases.
Treatment:
Topical treatments, phototherapy, or systemic agents for severe cases.
Medications:
Topical corticosteroids or vitamin D analogs (e.g., calcipotriol). Biologics (e.g., adalimumab ) – for severe cases.
Prevalence:
How common the health condition is within a specific population.
Affects about 2–3% of the population; scalp involvement is common.
Risk Factors:
Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Family history, stress, and infections.
Prognosis:
The expected outcome or course of the condition over time.
Chronic; manageable with treatment.
Complications:
Additional problems or conditions that may arise as a result of the original condition.
Hair loss due to scratching or treatment side effects
Folliculitis Decalvans
Specialty: Dermatology
Category: Hair and Scalp Disorders
Sub-category: Scalp Conditions
Symptoms:
inflamed hair follicles; pustules or scabs; patchy hair loss with scarring
Root Cause:
Chronic bacterial infection and inflammation leading to destruction of hair follicles.
How it's Diagnosed: videos
Clinical examination; bacterial culture and biopsy.
Treatment:
Antibiotics and anti-inflammatory therapies.
Medications:
Oral antibiotics (e.g., doxycycline ). Topical antiseptics (e.g., chlorhexidine ). Corticosteroids – for inflammation.
Prevalence:
How common the health condition is within a specific population.
Rare, typically affects adults.
Risk Factors:
Factors or behaviors that increase the likelihood of developing the condition.
Unknown; possible role of Staphylococcus aureus.
Prognosis:
The expected outcome or course of the condition over time.
Chronic; progression can be slowed with treatment.
Complications:
Additional problems or conditions that may arise as a result of the original condition.
Permanent scarring and hair loss