A bad hair day becomes something more when it’s not just one day, but every day. You might feel like your hair is in a state ...

Folliculitis. Women with infections of the hair follicles of the scalp, legs, or underarms will often arrive in the clinician's office complaining of superficial skin inflammation or pruritus.

"To effectively moisturize a dry scalp, it's important to use a gentle, sulfate-free shampoo (two to three times per week), avoid hot water, and incorporate hydrating treatments like scalp oils or ...

Breakdancers can develop a fibrous mass on the scalp, known as the headspin hole, due to repetitive headspins. A recent BMJ ...

Seborrheic dermatitis can be a frustrating and persistent skin condition. Whether it's the red, flaky patches on your scalp ...

Varicella is caused by varicella-zoster virus (VZV), an enveloped dsDNA virus responsible for varicella (chickenpox) and herpes zoster (shingles). VZV is one of eight herpesviruses known to infect ...

Symptoms of thyroid disease in males can include effects not seen in females. Erectile dysfunction (ED) and male breast enlargement, for example, are associated with thyroid dysfunction but otherwise ...