Feature Review: Topical treatments for psoriasis of the scalp

 Topical treatments for psoriasis of the scalpWhat are the most effective and safest treatments?                                                                                                           People with chronic plaque psoriasis often have itching with reddish, scaly lesions that are visible and are often embarrassing. Creams, gels, and shampoos are usually tried first, but applying them to the scalp is difficult because of the hair. As psoriasis remains a long-term condition, it is of great importance to know which of the drugs work best and if there are side effects. Many different regimens have been studied for the treatment of scalp psoriasis (antifungals, dithranol, retinoids, vitamin D analogues, corticosteroids, phototherapy, pulsed magnetic fields, Grenz rays, keratolytics, emollients, salicylic acid, coal tar, and tacrolimus) but there is still no evidence-based consensus in the literature to offer guidance to healthcare practitioners o...
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