Psoriasis on the Scalp

Psoriasis on the scalp. Psoriasis on the scalp. Silvery scaly patches are characteristic. However, it is not always easy to differentiate scalp psoriasis from seborrhoeic dermatitis, if there are no lesions on other skin sites. Psoriasis does not cause alopecia - it is normal male type hair loss.

Picture: Raimo Suhonen