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Itchy scalp remedies depend upon the diagnosis and management of specific causes of scalp itching. It is not as simple as it sounds. Causes of itchy scalp include dry scalp, dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, contact dermatitis, head lice infestation, ring worm of the scalp, tinea amiantacea, lichen planus, hair follicle inflammation, neurogenic excoriation and pyogenic infection of scalp. It is evident that no single shot remedy can effectively get rid of the scalp itching. Itchy scalp remedies include diagnosis of the specific underlying disease and general and specific measures of treatment according to the causes of itchy scalp.
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ITCHY SCALP REMEDIESHow to Get Rid of Scalp Itching
Dr.Hanish Babu, MDDermatologist & Venereologist
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ITCHY SCALP CAUSES
Itchy scalp remedies depend upon the diagnosis and management of specific causes of scalp itching.1. Dry Scalp2. Dandruff3. Seborrheic
Dermatitis4. Scalp Psoriasis5. Contact Dermatitis6. Head Lice
Infestation
1. Ring Worm of the Scalp
2. Lichen Planus3. Hair Follicle
Inflammation4. Neurogenic
Excoriation5. Pyogenic Infection of
Scalp
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ITCHY SCALP REMEDIES: GENERAL MEASURES
Avoid drying hair lotionsAvoid harsh shampoosRegular washing with suitable
shampoosBalanced dietAvoid picking, scrubbing, nail &
comb scratching
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ITCHY SCALP REMEDIES: SPECIFIC MEASURES
Depends on the causeSpecific diagnosis required before starting
specific therapyA dermatology consultation must in long
standing caseLaboratory tests may be required,
including skin biopsy, microscopy, woods lamp examination etc.
Lear more on Causes of Itchy Scalp.
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ITCHY SCALP REMEDIES: DRY SCALPAvoid drying applicationsUse shampoos containing
moisturizersUse moisturizing creams
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ITCHY SCALP REMEDIES: DANDRUFF Dandruff can be controlled, not cured. Regular scalp cleansing Use of medicated shampoos General health care.
More details on How to Get Rid of Dandruff.
Also see Dandruff Frequently Asked Questions.
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ITCHY SCALP REMEDIES: SEBORRHEIC DERMATITIS Seborrheic dermatitis can be considered part of a
clinical spectrum which includes dandruff at one end and psoriasis at the other end.
Treatment of seborrheic dermatitis depends upon life style changes, steroidantifungal creams and medicated shampoos.
More on How to Get Rid of Seborrheic Dermatitis
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Moderate to severe itching Very thick scales Scattered scales Bleeding points on scale removal( Auspitz sign)
More on How to Treat Scalp Psoriasis
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For details on treatment of other causes of itchy scalp diseases like contact dermatitis, head lice infestation, ring worm of the scalp, tinea amiantacea, lichen planus, hair follicle inflammation, neurogenic excoriation and pyogenic infection of scalp visit
Itchy Scalp Remedies
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