How to Manage It:
Apply corticosteroid-based treatments and use medicated shampoos.
In severe cases, oral medication might be needed.
Reducing stress can help keep flare-ups in check.
3. Pityriasis: Dry Spots That Come and Go
Pityriasis rosea, though less common, can show up on the scalp as a large dry patch followed by smaller ones.
What Helps:
Use moisturizing, calming lotions.
Avoid scratching to reduce irritation.
In most cases, it clears up on its own within a few weeks.
4. Fungal Infections: Persistent Redness and Itching
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Conditions like ringworm (tinea capitis) cause redness, itching, flaking, and can even lead to hair loss in patches.
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