Scalp conditions can cause red spots on the scalp. Many conditions that cause red spots on the scalp cannot be cured, but there are treatments that can help with symptoms (such as itching).

Tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) is a type of fungal infection that commonly affects small children and can cause red spots on the scalp. Ringworm often breaks out in schools or daycare centers because ...

If you notice a suspicious spot on your head, it’s best to let your doctor know at your next appointment. The causes of bumps on your scalp range from benign conditions like a temporary allergic ...

Some people produce more sebum on the scalp than others. Sebum is a natural, waxy oil produced by glands in hair follicles that keeps the skin moist and forms a barrier to protect the skin from ...

When psoriasis develops on the scalp, hair loss sometimes follows. While hair tends to regrow once the scalp psoriasis clears, there are things you can do right now to prevent further hair loss.

Remember The Rachel? The mullet? Snooki? Why the obsession over Trump's hair? History has seen a haircut or new hairstyle ...

You can get skin cancer anywhere on your skin — from your scalp to the bottoms of your feet. Even if the area gets little sun, it’s possible for skin cancer to develop there. You can also get skin ...

Anthralin (Dritho-Scalp) is a topical treatment for alopecia areata. When applied to bald spots, it may help stimulate hair growth. A recent study showed it was effective in children. If other ...

A standard EEG test requires electrodes that come with pitfalls. A spray-on ink, capable of carrying electrical signals, avoids some of those.

During a traditional EEG test, technicians measure the patient's scalp with rulers and pencils, marking over a dozen spots where they will glue on electrodes, which are connected to a data ...