Treatments & Conditions
Pityriasis Amiantacea
Thick, asbestos-like scale that binds tightly to the scalp and hair shafts — distinctive, and best treated early to avoid temporary hair loss.
Common Signs
Thick, silvery, tightly adherent scale that wraps around clumps of hair near the scalpScale that is difficult to remove and does not flake away like ordinary dandruffRedness or inflammation on the scalp underneath the scaleLocalised, temporary hair thinning in more severe or long-standing cases
Possible Causes
Often associated with an underlying scalp condition, commonly seborrhoeic dermatitis, psoriasis, or eczemaOccasionally linked to fungal infectionMore common in children and younger people, though it can occur at any age
How Hairmantra Can Help
Because the scale in pityriasis amiantacea is so tightly bound, gentle, gradual softening and removal is important — aggressive picking or over-washing can make things worse. Dr Padmaja will identify the underlying driver, recommend an appropriate softening and cleansing routine, and monitor the scalp until the hair around the affected area recovers.
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