Skin Conditions That Cause Pain In Your Scalp

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What Can Cause A Sore Scalp?
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A sore scalp can be caused by different kinds of
skin conditions

• Folliculitis
• Psoriasis
• Ringworm
• Seborrheic Dermatitis
• Impetigo

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Folliculitis

• Scalp Folliculitis

• Scalp folliculitis is an infection of the hair
  follicles of the scalp
• The cause of scalp folliculitis are bacteria,
  yeast, or mites
• Folliculitis can be contracted if they are cuts
  or scalps to the scalp, restrictive clothing, and
  being in a hot tub or swimming pool that is not
  treated with chlorine
• The signs of folliculitis are the appearance of
  red pustules at the base of the hair follicles
• Treatment for folliculitis is anti-fungal shampoo
  and if it is a severe case than antibiotics

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Psoriasis

• Scalp Psoriasis

• Psoriasis is a common skin condition in which
  reddish scaly patches can develop. The excessive
  amount of skin causes flaking like dandruff
• The cause of psoriasis is an disorder of the
  immune system where your body attacks healthy
  skin cells instead of fighting off viruses and
  bacteria. The body responds by producing more
  skin cells
• Psoriasis can feel very itchy but those that itch
  excessively may lose their hair
• Treatment for psoriasis is medical shampoo and
  topical ointments

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Ringworm

• Ringworm

• Ringworm is a skin infection caused by a fungus
  not by an actual worm
• Ringworm is typically caught from one person to
  another through sharing personal items or through
  physical contract
• Symptoms of ringworm include the development of
  bald patches in the infected area. The patches
  are usually inflamed and scaly
• Ringworm can be treated with anti-fungal creams
  and shampoos

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Seborrheic Dermatitis

• Seborrheic Dermatitis

• Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin condition in
  which the there is dandruff as well as
  inflammation. In cases where the conditions
  worsens there may also be a rash
• The cause of seborrheic dermatitis is linked with
  a yeast named Malassezia. It is not contagious at
  all.
• Treatments for seborrheic dermatitis are
  anti-fungal shampoo or topical creams

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Impetigo

• Scalp Impetigo

• Scalp impetigo is a bacteria infection. The two
  types of bacteria are called Staphylococcus
  aureus and Streptococcus pyogenes.
• Symptoms of impetigo is the appearance of sores
  and blisters. The blisters are inflamed and can
  rupture letting out fluids
• Impetigo is highly contagious and can be caught
  easily through touch or sharing items
• To treat impetigo doctors prescribe topical
  antibotics and oral antibiotics as well.

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Can You Get A Sore Scalp From Your Lifestyle?

• A sore scalp can be caused by more than just a
  medical condition it can be caused by your
  lifestyle choices as well
• Hairstyling Tight hairstyles can cause your
  scalp to feel tender. Two hairstyles that may
  cause scalp pain are tight ponytails and braids
• Hair Transplant For those that elect to have a
  hair transplant to deal with hair loss it will
  come with a sore scalp as well
• Sunburn While many people go to the beach and
  apply sunblock on their body they can ignore
  their scalp which is also part of their skin too
• Hair Products Uses of dyes, chemical
  treatments, and hair extensions also put stress
  on the scalp

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Seeking Treatment for A Sore Scalp

• It is important to speak with your doctor or
  dermatologist to have any skin conditions
  diagnosed. Several conditions may seem very
  similar making it necessary to have a medical
  professional give a through evaluation. A itchy
  sore scalp can continue to cause pain and if left
  untreated may worsen leading to hair loss or
  permanent damage to your scalp.