 What are the symptoms of scalp psoriasis?
The excess skin cells build up on the scalp to form raised pink patches. These are often covered with dead cells, which form fine, silvery scales. This is especially noticeable around the hairline and ears. The top scales fall away, giving the impression of severe dandruff, whilst the bottom scales remain firmly attached to the scalp.
If you think that you may have scalp psoriasis you should consult your pharmacist or doctor who can confirm the diagnosis and recommend an appropriate treatment.
Who is most likely to suffer from scalp psoriasis?
Around 2% of the UK population have some form of psoriasis (scalp or body). It usually appears between the ages of 10 and 30, though it can start anytime between early childhood and middle-age.
Psoriasis is a hereditary condition. It does tend to run in families, but not all children of a psoriasis sufferer will necessarily get it. A child has a one in four chance of developing it if one of his parents has it.
If you suffer from scalp psoriasis it does not necessarily follow that you will also suffer from body psoriasis, and vice versa.
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