WELL + GOOD (12.27.23) There’s a Link Between Psoriasis and Hair Loss: Here’s What Dermatologists Want You To Know
- Tina Gomez
- May 16
- 1 min read
Can scalp psoriasis cause hair loss? Yes. Will it be long-term? No—as long as you get the psoriasis under control.
“Typically when addressed early—meaning within the first three months of onset—the hair loss can be reversed,” says Quynh Giao Sartor, MD, a board-certified dermatologist based in Houston, Texas. She explains that because “long-standing inflammation from psoriasis can lead to permanent hair loss,” you’ll want to deal with the underlying skin condition as quickly as possible.
Suffice it to say, if you’re living with severe scalp discomfort and are noticing increased shedding, it’s time to dial up your derm for the next best steps.
