Scalp Conditions

Question 1

Psoriasis (soh-REYE-ah-sis)

Answer 1

Thick, crusty patches of red irritated scalp resulting from an autoimmune disease of the skin

Question 2

Dandruff

Pityriasis (pit-i-REYE-as-sis)

Answer 2

Chronic scalp condition with excessive flaking, which accumulates on the scalp or falls to the shoulders, as well as itchiness, tightness and irritation of the scalp

Question 3

Dry Dandruff

Pityriasis Capitis Simplex (kah-PEYE-tis)

Answer 3

Dry flakes attached to the scalp or on the hair which can appear translucent.

Question 4

Pityriasis Steatoides (ste-a-TOY-dez)

Answer 4

Oily flakes combine with sebum which stick to the scalp in clusters and can appear yellowish in color.