Large dandruff crusts on the scalp may be ringworm of the head, seborrheic dermatitis or scalp psoriasis, etc. The treatment includes general treatment, topical medication or systemic medication.
1. Tinea capitis: caused by dermatophyte infection, scales and scabs can be seen on the head, and patients should pay attention to the disinfection of items in contact with the head, such as towels and pillowcases, and cut off the diseased hair as much as possible.
Can be used in the affected area of tincture of iodine, bifonazole solution, terbinafine cream and other topical antifungal drugs, or with sulfur soap or ketoconazole shampoo shampoo; can also be taken orally drugs such as itraconazole, terbinafine and so on.
2. Seborrheic dermatitis: seborrhea can be seen on the head, face and other seborrheic parts of the greasy scabs, at this time, we need to pay attention to the diet and lifestyle habits, less spicy and stimulating greasy food, scalp lesions can be used to contain ketoconazole, selenium disulfide and other drugs such as shampoo shampoo.
3. Scalp psoriasis: the occurrence of psoriasis is related to genetics, immunity, environmental factors, etc. The scalp damage can be seen as thick scales and tufts of hair, and glucocorticoid preparations such as tretinoin can be used, and calcium-modulated phosphatase inhibitors such as calcipotriol can also be used.
If there are large dandruff crusts on the scalp, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, after the doctor confirmed the diagnosis, and follow the doctor’s instructions on the cause of the symptomatic treatment.