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Diagnosed with psoriasis about 4 years ago. got rid of it on my body w/ a tanning bed. scalp is bad flaky & itchy, nothing helps! what is good to use?

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Dr. Arthur Balin answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Psoriasis: Tar shampoo and a prescription corticosteriod lotion will usually help. It is possible to get ultraviolet light treatments to your scalp. See your dermatologist for evaluation and therapy.

Answered 9/28/2016

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