noun
- a scaly skin disease or condition affecting the scalp
Usage: archaic; medical
Examples
- The old medical text described treatments for scall and other scalp ailments.
- Medieval physicians often confused scall with other skin disorders.
- The herbalist claimed his remedy could cure scall within a fortnight.
- Historical records show scall was a common complaint in crowded settlements.
- The physician examined the patient’s head for signs of scall.