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How Can Scalp Psoriasis And Hair Loss Be Treated?

Good afternoon, I currently have psoriasis on my scalp and have had a lot of hair loss. I currently don t have health insurance but did go to the dermatologist and she prescribed me a shampoo. Nothing is really working so I wondered what kind of prescription medicine would work to get rid of this problem? Getting desperate for something to work because nothing else is.
Mon, 4 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

1- You should avoid scratching your scalp and avoid triggers as possible.
2-Topical treatments such as Taclonex which is a combination of Betamethasone and Calcipotriene.
3- Systemic drugs containing steroids may also be prescribed to decrease inflammation and itching.
4- Light therapy.
5- Retinoids.

You need to consult a dermatologist to prescribe the suitable treatment for your case according to your condition.

I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions.

Take care.
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How Can Scalp Psoriasis And Hair Loss Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. 1- You should avoid scratching your scalp and avoid triggers as possible. 2-Topical treatments such as Taclonex which is a combination of Betamethasone and Calcipotriene. 3- Systemic drugs containing steroids may also be prescribed to decrease inflammation and itching. 4- Light therapy. 5- Retinoids. You need to consult a dermatologist to prescribe the suitable treatment for your case according to your condition. I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Take care.