Skin cancer on the scalp can be tricky to spot ... scalp washes away the applied sunscreen more quickly that most other areas of the body, given the large amounts of sweat the scalp is able to produce ...

While skin cancer is the “most common type of cancer” in the U.S., according to the American Cancer Society and melanoma accounts for only about 1%, it “causes a large majority of skin ...

Scalp eczema can cause itchy white or yellow scales that are flaking or sticky. There is no cure, but it can be treated with over-the-counter products. ... Greasy, oily skin; Itching; Large plaques; ...

A new, creative and innovative, minimally invasive skin-stretching device provides a promising alternative for surgical treatment of large scalp defects, reports a paper in The Journal of ...

Sores on your head or scalp can be caused by dandruff, eczema, pimples, or even skin cancer. There are many reasons why you could have a sore on your head. What does it mean when your head is sore?

Scalp psoriasis causes large, scaly patches with small bumps. Pilar cysts can cause large domed bumps that are painless. Skin cancer can cause small discolored bumps that are tender or easily bleed.

A variety of health issues can cause bumps to form on the scalp, including sweating, folliculitis, acne, head lice, and eczema. Treatment will depend on the cause but may include medicated ...

Scalp folliculitis is a skin rash that can be caused by bacteria, fungi, viruses, or mites. Mild cases often clear up on their own, but your symptoms may sometimes get worse without treatment.