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Scalp Psoriasis vs. Dandruff: What’s the Difference? This article was reviewed by Knox Beasley, MD. If you’re experiencing a flaking, itching scalp, you may do a quick self-diagnosis of dandruff. But ...

The dry patches of skin you get with psoriasis can be itchy and uncomfortable, but the right treatment plan can help. Your doctor will likely suggest psoriasis treatment creams, lotions, foams, sprays ...

The human immune system is a highly specialized and usually very delicately balanced weapon against pathogens that can cause illness and disease. But sometimes it gets a little confused and begins to ...

Katlein Franca, MD, is a dermatologist and clinical associate professor of Dermatology & Cutaneous Surgery and Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at the University of Miami. It can be hard to tell the ...

Psoriasis typically appears on the arms, back, neck, and legs, but it can affect skin anywhere on the body. “And that includes the scalp,” says Dina D. Strachan, MD, a dermatologist and clinical ...

The scalp is prone to various conditions that can cause flaking, itching, and discomfort. Two of the most common issues are scalp psoriasis and dandruff. While both conditions may seem similar due to ...

There’s no cure for psoriasis, but ointments, creams, moisturizers, and other medications can relieve your symptoms. They aren’t always cheap though. One study tallied the average lifetime ...

Dear Dr. Roach: A few months before my 94th birthday, I developed tiny pimples and an unbearable itch on my scalp. Two different dermatologists tried shampoos and sprays, and a biopsy showed that I ...