Psoriasis is a chronic skin disease. It can cause skin cells to grow so quickly that they accumulate on the surface of the skin. Patches of rough, scaly skin can appear anywhere on the body, including the scalp. Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that can cause rough, scaly skin on the scalp and face.

Are psoriasis and dermatitis related?

Psoriasis and Eczema are frequently confused skin conditions, but they are not related to each other.

Can psoriasis be mistaken for dermatitis?

Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition that mainly affects the scalp, causing scaly patches of red skin along with stubborn dandruff. It is easily mistaken for scalp psoriasis and vice versa. With seborrheic dermatitis, the dandruff flakes tend to be fine and slightly yellowish, while the scalp itself will be oily.