BRITS need to think twice about sharing hats this winter, an expert has warned. They could be putting themselves at risk of ...

A dermatologist an hair surgeon break down the most common causes. Skin conditions run the gamut from the benign to the more serious. A bump on the scalp could be completely harmless, indicative of ...

Fungus can do a lot for us — make bread, make beer and cure infections, in the case of penicillin. But when the fungus infects us, well, that’s not nearly as much fun as beer. From your head to your ...

Scabs on the scalp can come from dandruff, acne, or contact dermatitis. Treating scalp conditions might involve medicated ...

Ever find yourself scratching your head not just in confusion but because of an itch that just won't quit? Well, you might be hosting an unwanted guest: scalp ringworm. How to relieve an itchy scalp ...

Itchy scalp treatments may include over-the-counter (OTC) solutions or prescription medication, washing your hair more often, and avoiding certain hair products. An itchy scalp is a common and ...

Experiencing an itchy scalp isn’t just frustrating, it’s also such an uncomfortable feeling. If you’ve ever had an itchy scalp, you know that it can be so distracting and can even feel embarrassing at ...

"Ringworm" is not caused by worms, as the name would imply. This common childhood skin disease results from infection by living microorganisms known as fungi. The two most frequently encountered forms ...

Reupholstering chairs is simple compared with reupholstering little boys. But New York City’s doctors were busy on both last week. Reason: the first epidemic of scalp ringworm in the U.S.—mostly on ...