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Dry Scalp | 5 Key Signs That Reveal A Dry Scalp
Dry scalp is a wide spread problem and in the United States of America and can inhibit hair growth and lead to hair loss, and there are several million people who are victims of this disorder. Listed below are the major indicators of this problem.
Excessive Dandruff
Dead skin cells are continuously shed by the entire body surface and the skin itself sheds once every twenty four days. The scalp is no exception and when the departing cells are not completely dead before leaving the scalp, they become dandruff. This is a mass disorder in the process of the growing of skin cells. Some of the internal causes for this disorder are hormonal imbalance, lack of rest, emotional stress, poor hygiene etc. The external causes include excessive use of hair sprays and gels, improper use of hair coloring agents, excessive use of hot air curlers or curling irons, inadequate rinsing of the scalp and hair, stress and anxiety, infrequent shampooing of the hair etc.
Frequent Itching
Frequent itching can be caused by Scalp Dermatoses potentially lasting a life time. In some cases, it can go into a remission for months or even years. Scalp disorders are neither contagious nor fatal but they are capable of diminishing your self esteem and cause social embarrassment.
Flaky scales
Flaky scales are often indicative of a form of Eczema medically called Atopic Dermatitis. Uncontrolled scratching leads to the skin becoming red and irritated. Though this condition is more prominent in children it can appear at any age and generally has a family history of similar ailment.
Tiny to medium size swellings
Scalp Psoriasis causes tiny to medium swellings on the scalp often leading to a form of puss cells oozing out consequent to scratching. These cells then spread out over the scalp creating more itchy spots and crusty formations over the scalp. Researchers opine that some immune in the body triggers the psoriasis. Psoriasis generally has a tendency to surface on other parts of the body like the armpits, around the genitals etc. and calls for appropriate medical attention.
Excessive hair loss
Excessive hair loss is another indicator of a dry scalp and could potentially indicate harder times to come. Every time you comb your hair a bunch of loose hair accumulates on the comb and if ignored can lead to more serious predicaments later. Hormone imbalances and stress are often associated with this disorder. One or more of these problems can be truly frustrating, but a broad range of treatment options are available. Troublesome side effects and inconvenient application can at times make the treatment more bothersome than the skin condition itself. It is therefore imperative that a treatment regimen that fits you and your life style is selected through appropriate medical counsel. | 
