Those small, flaky white bits that often come with itching are usually dandruff, which is commonly caused by an overproduction of oil or reactions to irritating hair products. The more you scratch, the worse the inflammation tends to get.
Seborrheic dermatitis is a more serious version — a chronic condition marked by red patches and greasy, yellowish flakes. It can also affect other areas like your eyebrows, behind the ears, and around the nose.
Treatment Tips:
Use shampoos with active ingredients like ketoconazole, salicylic acid, or zinc pyrithione.
If symptoms persist for more than two weeks, consult a dermatologist for personalized care.
2. Psoriasis: When Your Immune System Turns on You
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Scalp psoriasis is an autoimmune disorder where thick, scaly, red patches form and often bleed when scratched. It can be painful and hard to manage.
How to Manage It:
Apply corticosteroid-based treatments and use medicated shampoos.
In severe cases, oral medication might be needed.
Reducing stress can help keep flare-ups in check.
3. Pityriasis: Dry Spots That Come and Go
Pityriasis rosea, though less common, can show up on the scalp as a large dry patch followed by smaller ones.
What Helps:
Use moisturizing, calming lotions.
Avoid scratching to reduce irritation.
In most cases, it clears up on its own within a few weeks.
4. Fungal Infections: Persistent Redness and Itching
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Conditions like ringworm (tinea capitis) cause redness, itching, flaking, and can even lead to hair loss in patches.
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