Most scabs on the scalp aren’t cause for concern. They may be caused by exposure to an irritant or a mild skin condition, and either heal on their own or with over-the-counter (OTC) treatments.

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If you’re experiencing a flaking, itching scalp, you may do a quick self-diagnosis of dandruff. But that flaking and itching ...

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