Itchy scalp

What is itchy scalp? An itch is a skin irritation that makes you want to scratch. You can develop itchy skin anywhere on your body, including your scalp. The medical term for itchiness is pruritis. Your head might be itchy for many reasons. Knowing why your scalp is itchy can help you get the right treatment. What are the symptoms of itchy scalp? Different causes of itchy scalp have different symptoms, such as: flaky skin (dandruff) dry skin oily skin inflamed skin (red, swollen, and warm) raised or bumpy skin What causes itchy scalp? There are many possible causes of an itchy