Can cause a psoriasiform, erythematous, and scaly dermatitis of the scalp.
Infestation with head lice can cause intense itching, leading to secondary eczematous changes and scaling from scratching.
A descriptive term for a condition with thick, asbestos-like scales that bind down tufts of hair on the scalp, often overlying psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis.
Presents as well-demarcated, erythematous plaques with a thick, silvery-white scale that often extends beyond the hairline.
A common cause of 'dandruff,' with diffuse, greasy, yellowish scales on an erythematous base.
A fungal infection of the scalp that causes patches of scaling, itching, and hair loss, often with characteristic 'black dot' broken hairs.
