Burning scalp syndrome treatment options
Burning scalp syndrome(Scalp dysesthesia): presented with abnormal sensations at the scalp without objective findings. It may presented with
- Burning sensation
- Pruritus
- Tingling and numbness
Burning scalp syndrome synonyms
Tips
- Secondary causes such as seborrheic dermatitis, folliculitis, lichen planopilaris, allergic or irritant contact dermatitis, and discoid lupus erythematosus should be excluded and treated if present .
Medical treatment
- Gabapentin.
- Tricyclic antidepressants.
- Topical capsaicin.