Does scaly skin make you itchy or uncomfortable? It may just be regular dry skin. But if over-the-counter (OTC) products don't help, you may need medical care. There are many reasons for scaly skin.

Scalp psoriasis is an autoimmune skin condition, while dandruff is often the result of oily or greasy hair. Here are the key ...

Dandruff and dry scalp are two conditions that cause similar symptoms. Dandruff is a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis, which causes flaky, oily, and scaly skin. Dry scalp is dry skin that occurs ...

This is more likely if there is a family history of psoriasis or if your daughter has patches or dry often slightly reddened scaly skin elsewhere on her body. It can be difficult to tell the ...

Psoriasis, an autoimmune skin disease, can appear as scaly and inflamed patches of skin. Cold, dry weather can trigger flare-ups, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association.

The rash can start to scale, flake, ooze and leak clear fluids, says Dr. Angad Chadha, a dermatologist and assistant professor at UChicago Medicine. Noted: How you treat dry skin can also prevent it.

Psoriasis, an autoimmune skin disease, can appear as scaly and inflamed patches of skin. Cold, dry weather can trigger flare-ups, according to the American Academy of Dermatology Association.