373: What Causes Scalp Psoriasis + That Awful Itchy Scalp? w/ Dr. Jenny Bennett

The Healthy Skin Show

Scalp psoriasis affects nearly half of those with psoriasis — yet it’s often misdiagnosed and incredibly hard to manage. The itching, flaking, and emotional toll are real, and many treatments fall short, especially when hair thinning or loss becomes a concern.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Jenny Bennett, a naturopathic doctor and autoimmune specialist, to break down the complexities of scalp psoriasis and reveal surprising root causes, including microbial imbalances that may be fueling the issue.

If you’re struggling with scalp symptoms or worried about hair loss, this episode is full of practical insights to help you move forward.

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- Aria Integrative Medicine: https://ariaintegrative.com

- Dr. Jenny Bennett’s TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@drjennybennett

- Show references + transcript - https://www.skinterrupt.com/373

- Join in the conversation with Jennifer at http://instagram.com/jenniferfugo

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Chapters

1. Introduction (00:00:00)

2. Scalp psoriasis versus plaque psoriasis (00:03:26)

3. The link between scalp psoriasis + psoriatic arthritis (00:04:33)

4. Key differences between scalp psoriasis + seborrheic dermatitis (00:07:06)

5. How to determine severity of scalp psoriasis (00:09:46)

6. What triggers scalp psoriasis? (00:11:09)

7. How both your skin + gut microbiomes play a critical role in scalp inflammation (00:12:52)

8. Treatment options - scalp psoriasis meds + remedies (00:19:16)

9. Can scalp psoriasis cause hair loss? (00:22:06)

10. Topical versus oral remedies for scalp psoriasis (00:27:26)

11. Can topical steroids help with scalp psoriasis? (00:31:18)

12. Using ultrasound, UVB + red light therapy to help scalp psoriasis (00:32:56)

13. Final thoughts (00:39:46)