Shingles may develop on your scalp and face if the virus that causes it travels along the trigeminal nerve. It may cause burning pain, itching, and clusters of painful blisters. Prompt medical ...

A psoriasis rash progresses to red bumps and silvery-scaled patches, which are often seen on the knees, elbows, or scalp. In ...

Medically reviewed by William Truswell, MD Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Most scabs on the scalp aren’t cause for concern.