Lice, Psoriasis… Something White and Flaky on My Scalp!
Hello Doctor:
I thought that maybe you could help with this question since my family doctor has been able to answer it for me. I have been experiencing hair loss all over my head and it has been accompanied by some sort of white flaky material. The best way that I can describe it is that it looks/feels like the residue left over from having a pimple. This material appears at or near the root of my hair and falls out anytime I run my fingers through. My family practicioner said that it my be Psoriasis, but I doubt it since I have never had a problem with it before. I also don’t know how I would effectively apply the cream to my entire head three times a day. I have also never have had a problem with dandruff. I was wondering if it could be lice, but I figured that I would try to find out if these symptoms match in order to avoid having an awkward conversation with a dermatologist. Anyway doctor, I appreciate your help.
If you have doubts about your doctor’s diagnosis or plan, maybe you need to see another doctor for a second opinion. Doing this over the Internet is virtually impossible. The flakes you get out should be examined microscopically. If you just have seborrhea, then there are a wide variety of over-the-counter shampoos for it. If it is psoriasis as your doctor has suggested, what is the plan in confirming the diagnosis and treating the condition? That is the role of the doctor taking care of you. If it were lice, your doctor surely would’ve noticed that.
While I am a medical doctor, I cannot give you a second opinion (aside from the medical legal issues beyond this Internet platform), because I do not have the advantage of seeing you in person and examining you.
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