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People with this condition usually notice itching, flaking, and scaly patches that form over oily skin.3
Tinea capitis, also known as scalp ringworm, is a fungal infection of the scalp that causes scaly patches, flaking skin, inflammation, and even hair loss.
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Marisa Garshick, Verywell Health, 20 Feb. 2025
Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, which causes flaky, oily, and scaly skin.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 13 Feb. 2025
But scratching, picking at scaly areas, harsh treatments, and stress can lead to hair loss.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2025
This allergy medication targets the root of the problem that causes red, scaly and itchy skin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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Marisa Garshick, Verywell Health, 20 Feb. 2025
Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, which causes flaky, oily, and scaly skin.
—Sarah Bradley, Health, 13 Feb. 2025
But scratching, picking at scaly areas, harsh treatments, and stress can lead to hair loss.
—Lana Barhum, Verywell Health, 28 Feb. 2025
This allergy medication targets the root of the problem that causes red, scaly and itchy skin.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 Feb. 2025
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“Scaly.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/scaly. Accessed 3 Apr. 2025.
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