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Common Causes of Hair Loss

Scalp Psoriasis

Many people often mistake scalp psoriasis for dandruff, but they are totally different. Psoriasis often results in the excessive production of skin cells that causes visible white flakes on your head. It occurs when the immune system affects your skin and accumulates patches. In some cases, this condition would damage your hair follicles and trigger temporary loss of hair. In addition, there might be some other signs such as inflammation, itching, and dryness. The good news is that psoriasis could be treated easily with medicated shampoos or some medications. After that, hair growth would return to usual. [10]