What other symptoms might occur with scalp symptoms?

Scalp symptoms may accompany other symptoms, which vary depending on the underlying disease, disorder or condition.

Other symptoms that may occur along with scalp symptoms

Scalp symptoms may accompany symptoms related to other body systems including:

  • Acne
  • Dry or scaly skin
  • Fatigue
  • Itchiness
  • Reddened skin

Symptoms that might indicate a serious condition

In some cases, scalp symptoms may occur with other symptoms that might indicate a serious condition that should be evaluated immediately in an emergency setting. Seek immediate medical care if you, or someone you are with, have scalp symptoms along with other serious symptoms including:

  • Confusion or loss of consciousness for even a brief moment
  • Convulsions
  • Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing
  • Jaw pain when chewing
  • Loss of vision or changes in vision
  • Severe headache
  • Sudden weakness, particularly on one side of the body
INTRODUCTION

What are the signs of scalp problems?

Scalp symptoms are any abnormality of the skin or hair on the head. Although the most common scalp symptoms include dry, oily, or flaky skin, as seen with dandruff, you could experience numerous other scalp symptoms. These include itchiness, numbness, tingling, Read more about scalp symptoms introduction

CAUSES

What causes scalp symptoms?

Scalp symptoms may be caused by a variety of natural processes or by other events, such as washing habits, disease, or illness.... Read more about scalp symptoms causes

Medical Reviewer: All content has been reviewed by board-certified physicians under the direction of Rich Klasco, M.D., FACEP. Last Annual Review Date: May 2, 2011 Copyright: © Copyright 2011 Health Grades, Inc. All rights reserved. May not be reproduced or reprinted without permission from Health Grades, Inc. Use of this information is governed by the HealthGrades User Agreement.

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