Scalp Psoriasis Treatment in Bangalore
Get personalized and advanced care for scalp psoriasis at Clinic Living Plus, Bangalore. Our specialists focus on root-cause diagnosis, advanced therapy, and long-term scalp health.
Understanding Scalp Psoriasis
Scalp psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory, and non-contagious skin disorder occurring on the scalp and may even go beyond the scalp to the forehead.
According to a study at Bangalore Baptist Hospital, scalp psoriasis was the second most common type of psoriasis affecting 28.3% of the patients.
Are you looking for the best scalp psoriasis treatment in Bangalore? Visit Clinic Living Plus to consult our experts and get personalized treatment depending on your health condition.
Why Conventional Treatments May Not Be Enough
Conventional scalp psoriasis treatments, such as steroid-based creams and medicated shampoos, often provide only short-term relief. These approaches focus on reducing surface inflammation but do not address the internal root causes like immunity imbalance, stress, and nutritional deficiencies.
Scalp psoriasis can also be triggered by:
Immunity imbalance
Stress
Tobacco smoking and alcohol
Poor diet
Skin trauma or infections
Weather changes and harsh shampoos
Certain medications
To achieve long-term results, the treatment must address both external symptoms and internal triggers through an integrated medical and functional approach.
Our Root-Cause and Integrative Approach
At Clinic Living Plus in Bangalore, we use a root-cause, integrative approach to treat scalp psoriasis. Our treatment plan combines medical, advanced, and functional medicine methods to control inflammation, balance immunity, and heal the scalp.
Our treatment process includes:
Medical Treatments: Topical corticosteroids and medicated shampoos with clobetasol propionate to relieve itching, swelling, and scaling.
Advanced Therapies: PRP, ozone therapy, IV drips, and light therapy to reduce inflammation and immune dysfunction.
Functional Medicine: Gut testing, stress management, and nutrition support to manage inflammation and prevent flare-ups.
This comprehensive care model helps patients experience visible scalp relief and stronger, healthier hair regrowth.
Why Conventional Treatments Often Fail for Scalp Psoriasis
Conventional scalp psoriasis treatments like steroid creams, medicated shampoos, and topical ointments often provide only temporary relief.
Since scalp psoriasis is an immune-mediated disorder, its management requires a personalized and root-cause approach.
Check the key reasons below why conventional treatments may not work for psoriasis:
Gradual Loss of Efficiency
Over time, the body may develop tolerance to steroid-based creams and medicated shampoos, reducing their effectiveness. When these products are used continuously, the relief becomes temporary, and the condition may return after stopping treatment.
Doesn’t Address Root Causes
Most conventional treatments focus on external symptoms like itching and flaking but fail to address internal causes such as immune imbalance, gut dysfunction, and chronic inflammation. Without fixing these root causes, flare-ups often recur.
Triggers and Lifestyle Factors
Scalp psoriasis is commonly linked with lifestyle and environmental factors such as stress, smoking, alcohol consumption, and poor diet. Conventional medicine alone does not address these triggers, which are crucial for long-term improvement.
Safety Concerns
Prolonged use of topical steroids and certain oral medicines can lead to side effects like skin thinning, dryness, and scalp irritation. Patients often discontinue treatment due to these safety concerns.
Misdiagnosis
Scalp psoriasis can resemble conditions like seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff. Misdiagnosis may lead to the wrong treatment, causing the symptoms to worsen or persist.
Short-Term Relief
While steroid lotions and medicated shampoos can temporarily reduce scaling and redness, they do not prevent recurrence. The inflammation returns once the medication is stopped, requiring an ongoing integrated management plan.
According to a study, scalp psoriasis was the second most common type of psoriasis affecting 28.3% of patients at Bangalore Baptist Hospital.
This study highlights how commonly scalp psoriasis affects individuals in Bangalore.
Early diagnosis, stress management, and a personalized, multi-disciplinary treatment approach help manage flare-ups, control inflammation, and restore scalp health effectively.
What Is Scalp Psoriasis and Why Does It Happen
Scalp psoriasis is a chronic, inflammatory, and non-contagious skin disorder that develops on the scalp and can sometimes extend beyond it to the forehead, neck, or around the ears. It causes dryness, flaking, itching, and pain, often resembling severe dandruff but with thicker, silvery scales. According to a study at Bangalore Baptist Hospital, scalp psoriasis was identified as the second most common type of psoriasis, affecting 28.3% of patients. The condition is usually triggered by factors such as immunity imbalance, stress, poor diet, harsh shampoos, skin trauma, infections, and weather changes. Early diagnosis and a personalized, multi-disciplinary treatment approach can help control inflammation, manage flare-ups, and restore scalp health effectively.
Our Holistic, and Multi-Disciplinary Approach
At Clinic Living Plus in Bangalore, we follow a holistic and multi-disciplinary approach to treat scalp psoriasis. Our treatment combines dermatological care, advanced therapies, and functional medicine to fix the root causes like stress, gut imbalance, and inflammation. Here are the key inclusions of our scalp psoriasis treatment process:
Dermatologist Consultation and Diagnosis
Our dermatologists carefully assess your scalp condition, identify the psoriasis type, and understand your health history. This helps us tailor the right treatment plan using topical medications, medicated shampoos, and therapeutic procedures.
Functional Medicine Assessment
We focus on the root causes behind scalp psoriasis through functional medicine assessments. Our doctors evaluate gut health, nutrition, hormones, and stress levels to create a treatment plan that controls inflammation and restores immune balance.
Blood & Laboratory Analysis
Laboratory tests help us identify immune dysfunctions, nutritional deficiencies, and inflammation markers that trigger psoriasis. This helps us personalize medical and lifestyle interventions for long-term control.
Stress & Nutrition Evaluation
Since stress and diet play a key role in scalp psoriasis flare-ups, our team provides counseling and customized nutritional plans that support scalp healing, strengthen immunity, and reduce inflammation naturally.
Diagnostic & Baseline Assessment
Our Mounjaro treatment includes diagnostic and baseline assessments. These tests below are performed before we start this weight loss treatment:
Blood Sugar, HbA1c, and Insulin Resistance Markers
Blood sugar, HbA1c, and insulin resistance markers help in identifying metabolic disorders related to obesity, which restricts weight loss. Then, we make the right weight loss plans, including diet and exercise to increase insulin resistance.
Liver and Kidney Function
Our liver and kidney function tests examine their health and find the inherent issues including increased weight and obesity causes. The tests evaluate the levels of proteins, enzymes, and wastes (like urea) to identify issues, such as kidney and liver dysfunction, which leads to body weight gain.
Vitamin and Mineral Status
Vitamins and mineral status tests identify the level of vital micronutrients in the blood – vitamin B12, vitamin D, folate, zinc, magnesium, and iodine. Such findings help in preventing deficiencies, changing the diet, and boosting cognitive health.
Body Composition Analysis (Muscle vs Fat Percentage)
Our body composition analysis reveals the muscle and fat percentage in the patient’s body that helps us to personalize a weight loss diet and training. As we keep monitoring fat and body mass percentage, it helps our patients to meet their weight loss goals. The comparison of fat and muscle loss can always help in managing weight.
Gut Microbiome Test and Hormonal Evaluation
A gut microbiome test, an option, reveals the level of gut imbalance and its effects on weight, digestion, mood, and lifestyle. Some hormones control body weight as they are associated with appetite. Physical exercise and dietary changes can help maintain hormones and lose weight in the long term.
Diagnostic & Baseline Assessment
Blood and Laboratory Analysis
We perform blood and laboratory analysis to identify thyroid functionalities, vitamin D deficiency, and inflammation. These tests help in controlling psoriasis symptoms, examining cognitive health, identifying related health issues, and assessing the side effects of systemic medicines.
Thyroid Function Test
Thyroid abnormalities can contribute to Scalp – Psoriasis flare-ups. Assessing thyroid performance helps determine if hormonal imbalance is aggravating your skin condition.
Vitamin D Deficiency Check
Vitamin D plays a key role in immune regulation and skin cell renewal. Deficiency can worsen psoriasis symptoms, so testing helps plan proper supplementation.
Inflammation and Immune Markers
These tests measure inflammation levels and immune activity to understand the systemic impact of Scalp – Psoriasis and track response to therapy.
Gut and Stress-Related Analysis
We evaluate how gut health and stress hormones are affecting your immune system. Addressing gut imbalance and stress helps reduce inflammation and skin irritation.
Treatment Options — Comparison Table
Topical & Oral Medicines
How it Works
Apply cell-slowing and anti-inflammatory agents on the affected areas of skin to control itching, inflammation, redness, and scaling.
Who is the Candidate?
People suffering from mild to moderate psoriasis cases.
Phototherapy (NB-UVB)
How it Works
Light-based therapy that suppresses the immune system, controls inflammation, and slows down skin cells’ quick growth.
Who is the Candidate?
People with chronic plaque psoriasis.
Ozone & IV Therapy
How it Works
Controls inflammation, detoxifies skin, and eliminates immune-mediated elements.
Who is the Candidate?
People with resistant psoriasis.
Peptide & PRP Therapy
How it Works
Modulates the immune system and heals the skin.
Who is the Candidate?
People with scalp/nail psoriasis.
Functional Nutrition
How it Works
Identifies the psoriasis root causes (such as nutrient deficiencies, poor gut health, and inflammation) and creates an anti-inflammatory diet.
Who is the Candidate?
All types of psoriasis patients.
Stress & Sleep Support
How it Works
Breaks the cycle of stress-caused inflammation and flare-ups with yoga, relaxation, and CBT.
Who is the Candidate?
People suffering from stress-triggered psoriasis.
Monitoring, Safety & Long-Term Follow-up
Psoriasis requires consistent care and monitoring to maintain clear skin and prevent flare-ups. At Clinic Living Plus, we emphasize long-term management through lifestyle, nutrition, and regular health evaluation.
Nutritious Diet
Follow an anti-inflammatory, gluten-free, and gut-healing diet to control flare-ups and psoriasis symptoms. A balanced diet supports immune regulation and healthy skin renewal.
Stress Reduction and Sleep
Perform yoga and mindfulness activities to relieve stress and improve sleep quality. Proper rest and relaxation help prevent Scalp – Psoriasis triggers and support long-term recovery.
Regular Hydration and Topical Care
Drink at least 3 to 4 liters of water daily and use creams and lotions containing steroids (topical corticosteroids) and vitamin D to manage Scalp – Psoriasis affected areas effectively.
Sun Exposure
Restrict sun exposure and use sunscreen with at least SPF 30. Avoid excessive sunlight since it can trigger outbreaks and increase skin sensitivity.
Patient Success Story
Anita Menon, a 38-year-old marketing professional from Bangalore, was suffering from chronic scalp psoriasis for over five years. She had tried multiple shampoos and topical treatments with little success. At Clinic Living Plus, she underwent a customized scalp psoriasis treatment plan that included medicated shampoos, PRP therapy, IV drips, and functional nutrition support. The results were transformative.
After six months of treatment at Clinic Living Plus, Anita experienced visible relief and regained her confidence. Her scalp condition improved dramatically, her hair started regaining strength, and flare-ups reduced significantly with continuous nutritional and lifestyle support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Scalp psoriasis is a long-term, consistent disorder that may cause soreness and burning, while dandruff is a milder, short-term disorder that can be managed with OTC products. Scalp psoriasis causes inflamed and red patches with silvery thick scales due to an autoimmune disorder. While, dandruff causes dry and smaller yellow/white flakes due to an overreaction to skin oil/yeast.
Yes, scalp psoriasis can cause temporary hair loss, mostly due to the weakened hair follicles caused by inflammation and picking/scratching at the scaly and itchy patches. The hair tends to grow back once the treatment controls psoriasis symptoms.
Medicated shampoos containing corticosteroids and shampoos containing selenium sulfide/ketoconazole work the best for scalp psoriasis. Shampoos containing coal tar can combat skin cell growth and salicylic acid can remove and soften scales.
The time it takes to clear up scalp psoriasis depends on the type of treatment. It may take 1-2 weeks for initial improvement with topical medicines, to many months for full cleaning with stronger medicines, and at least 2 months of persistent treatment to see reduced symptoms.
PRP may not be fully effective for scalp psoriasis; however, it can control inflammation, promote follicle recovery, and improve scalp health.
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