If your scalp itches and flakes, your doctor can tell if it’s dandruff or a more serious problem like psoriasis, a disease that causes red, scaly patches on your skin. While there are several reasons ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." If you find yourself itching your head, you may have dry skin or irritating dandruff. While these are ...

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 ...

Dr. Carolyn Jacob, medical director of Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology and a member of the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), was diagnosed with psoriasis 36 years ago. “It’s what got me ...

Medically reviewed by Casey Gallagher, MD Key Takeaways Scabs on the scalp can come from dandruff, acne, or contact ...