Scalp psoriasis is a common skin infection that causes raised, reddish, and to an extent scaly patches on the scalp. They can pop out as either single or several patches at a point in time as it can affect the entire scalp. Scalp psoriasis is not a communicable disease thus it doesn’t spread from one person to another. The patches can also spread to your forehead, the back of your neck, or behind and inside your ears.
The exact reason why it happens is still unknown and doctors assume, it arises when some disruptions happen in the immune system, which causes skin cells to grow too quickly and build up into patches. A person is more likely to get scalp psoriasis if it runs in his family.
Symptoms
If a person suffers from mild scalp psoriasis he may notice only slight, fine scaling. The Symptoms of moderate to severe scalp psoriasis may include:
- Scaly, red, bumpy patches
- Silvery-white scales
- Hair loss
- Dandruff-like flaking
- Dry scalp
- Itching
- Burning or soreness
There is no specific hair loss due to Scalp psoriasis but frequent and severe scratching, picking at the scaly spots, harsh treatments, can lead to temporary hair loss. Fortunately, the hair that is lost usually grows back after the skin clears.
If a person is facing these symptoms then it is recommended that he or she should consult a dermatologist soon.
Get Rid of Scalp Psoriasis At Home
- Stop using chemical based shampoo
Most of the shampoos contain salicylic acid which being chemical, burns the flake off the skin. Harsh chemicals are harmful and add to the deterioration of the condition. Strong chemicals may cause itchiness and, burning sensation can increase. Try using a herbal shampoo such as Aloe Vera or any other herb whichever is most suitable.
- Don’t wash hair frequently
It may sound strange but cutting number of washes can be of great help. Scalp secretes natural oil that is extremely important and beneficial for the hair health. Washing hair frequently washes off these natural oils from the scalp and thus slowing down the recovery.
- Use scalp moisturizing treatment once a week
Aloe Vera based shampoos are the best that can help in the treatment of scalp psoriasis as it nourishes the scalp and provides moisture to the scalp naturally. There is another treatment that can be done at home to treat itchy scalp.
Mix 1 to 2 spoon aloe vera with 1 or 2 drops of essential oil (lavender Peppermint or tea tree oil). Massage the mixture onto the scalp with fingertips gently. Those who have long hair should tie their hair in a bun and let the oil penetrate the skin for 30-60 minutes. After that wash it off with a herbal shampoo and apply herbal conditioner
- Eat an oil-rich diet
Don’t prance on oily street food, Oil here means healthy oil. Include a little amount of olive and coconut oil into your diet. If not all that, then include plenty of Omega3 in your daily meals.
