White flakes on the scalp are not always dandruff. A dermatologist explains how to tell dandruff from dry scalp, fungal infections, psoriasis and other scalp conditions.

Dermatologists explain the common symptoms of an unhealthy scalp, as well as how to treat it.

Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...

Q: For almost two months now, I've had bumps on the back, sides and crown of my head. They itch all the time — and even more when I get hot. When I scratch, I see white or brown flakes. My ...

Your crowning glory, your hair needs a little more care than you think. Common problems like hair fall, dryness, and an itchy scalp aren’t just cosmetic, these are issues that reflect underlying ...

The fungal scalp infection tinea capitis affects an estimated 3%-13% of children. While international guidelines exist for the treatment of tinea capitis in infants and children, no such document has ...

Antifungal creams help treat common skin and nail infections such as athlete’s foot, ringworm, and jock itch. Over-the-counter options containing ingredients like clotrimazole or fluconazole are often ...

Persistent itchy rashes may be fungal infections like tinea, not irritation, seek proper treatment.