Scalp Problems
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Does your scalp look flaky or crusty?
See significance of a crusty scalp if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Do you have red areas on your scalp that are topped with loose, silvery flakes of skin?
Yes Do you have blisters or crusty, oozing sores on your scalp?
Yes Do you have an itchy scalp with a solid red rash or crusty sores?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: July 3, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology | |
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