Quite often there is such a thing as itching of the scalp, which haunts many people. Immediately thoughts appear that there are lice on the head, since lice, even today, is a fairly common disease. Children especially suffer from head lice, since they are actively in contact with each other, being either in a preschool institution, or at school, or in any other institution. It is not problematic for an adult to catch this disease by standing in line or visiting a gym or other crowded event. If, as a result of the examination, it turns out that there are no lice or nits, then the question remains and becomes no less serious.
Itchy scalp - main causes and treatment
Stress
Your head may itch in response to physical or emotional stress. In general, with a large release of adrenaline, the skin may itch - to a greater or lesser extent, depending on individual characteristics. Unpleasant sensations in this case are provoked by the breakdown of adrenaline. Physical overexertion is also fraught with metabolic disorders and local microinflammatory processes - this provokes the appearance of itching and swelling of tissues.
Allergy
An allergic reaction, expressed in the desire to scratch the scalp, may be associated with the cumulative effect of using a product that is not suitable for you: perfume, shampoo, conditioner, etc., and can also occur situationally - immediately after using a product with an allergen. Everyone's skin and body react differently. What suits your friend may not necessarily suit you. Allergic reactions vary from person to person. To exclude the allergen from daily care and select suitable products, you need to consult a trichologist.
Skin diseases
Skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis, seborrhea, psoriasis, etc., are manifested by sensations of itching, burning, and inflammation of the skin. If there is one or another disease of the scalp, patients complain of dandruff, crusts, sores, and hair loss. Typically, patients with these pathologies have scalp that is either dry or excessively oily. In this case, the ends of the hair may be dry and the roots may be greasy.
Lack of skin hydration
The use of unsuitable cleansers, abuse of styling products, over-drying the hair with a hairdryer, going to the sauna, constantly wearing a hat, an imbalance of vitamins, acids, and microelements lead to disruption of the protective functions of the skin and a decrease in its level of moisture. Dry skin saves itself by producing more sebum. And this pollutes the hair, gives a person an unkempt appearance, and most importantly, does not eliminate the root cause of the problem. The body wants to help itself, to compensate for the lack of moisture in the cells. From a cosmetology and trichology perspective, we can help the skin become more hydrated with suitable home care products and injectable mesotherapy.
Violations of the integrity of the skin
Damage to the skin - burns, cuts, other injuries - while healing, cause unpleasant sensations - itching and a feeling of tension. By the way, sometimes a vicious circle arises: the head itches due to one pathology or another, a person scratches it until it bleeds, and when it heals, the skin begins to itch again...
Parasites
Lice, fleas, and other parasites cause itching and burning sensations resulting from their bites. Parasitic infections are the most common cause of scalp discomfort. Parasites often affect children, so kindergartens and schools pay great attention to visual inspection of the scalp and hands. Fortunately, modern means make it possible to remove parasites not in a radical way (you don’t have to shave your head), but simply by washing your hair or using special lotions.
Fungus
Fungal infections that provoke itching are associated with increased activity of one or another fungus living on the surface of the body. The most common type of fungal infection is lichen. You can catch lichen in the pool, sauna, gym, or when using other people's hygiene items. And, by the way, it can affect not only the scalp, but also other areas of the body.
Diabetes
An increase in blood sugar levels leads to a desire to scratch, so patients with diabetes often have an itchy head, dandruff, and hair loss.
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Eliminating a bad childhood habit
So, first, an alarmed mother must find out why the child is scratching his head, and only then take measures to eliminate this habit. First you need to examine the baby's hair for the presence of lice, which also cause severe itching. In addition, it doesn’t hurt to examine the scalp to make sure that there is no allergic rash or pathogenic fungus on it. It is recommended to review the child’s daily diet, eliminating all possible allergens from it. If allergies are present, antiallergic agents for internal use, preferably of plant origin, are also indicated.
In case of severe itching, to relieve the general condition, you can prepare an infusion of the fruits of ordinary raspberries or blue blackberries; a decoction of stinging nettle herb or garden parsley rhizomes. These medications should be taken orally according to the instructions on the package.
Whatever the reasons for a child’s scalp itching, he needs to make an appointment with a dermatologist so that a qualified specialist can find out whether it is a habit or a disease.
Itching on your child's head is not life-threatening, but may cause irritation until the problem is resolved. There are several reasons why a child may scratch their head. Two of the most common include eczema and head lice.
Treatment of itchy scalp in adults and children
Treatment should begin with a detailed diagnosis. Based on the results of studies - laboratory tests, trichoscopy, phototrichogram - the patient will be prescribed local therapy (shampoos, ointments, lotions, etc.), medications, hormones, vitamins, microelements - in each case, the treatment plan will be personalized specifically for a specific person. Some ailments, such as parasitic infections, can be cured fairly quickly. Some, for example, skin diseases, require more multi-stage and lengthy treatment.
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Metabolic disease
A fairly serious disruption in the body is a metabolic disorder. Its main symptom is excess weight. It appears when the metabolism is too slow. In this case, the opportunistic microflora of the skin often becomes pathogenic. The sweat and sebaceous glands are forced to work faster, they form a little faster than in a child who is not prone to obesity. As a result of such an imbalance, vitamin deficiency is felt. I want to eat even more, but this only aggravates the situation. The formation of internal organs is uneven. Weakened immunity is one of the problems. Sweat is a suitable environment for the growth of opportunistic microorganism populations.
Irritation causes the child to constantly itch his head and other areas of the body where sweat tends to be released to a greater extent. The only way out is to rationalize your diet. A diet based on foods with a low glycemic index allows you to speed up metabolic processes. They are rich in vitamins, but at the same time they are low in so-called slow carbohydrates. Today, the glycemic index is considered the scientific discovery that changed the course of history. Perhaps this is true.
Too fast a metabolism is less common. It is less often accompanied by such an unpleasant symptom as an itchy head. Accelerated metabolism is not associated with pathology, although it may indicate a problem in the functioning of internal organs. If a child has a good appetite, this does not mean that everything is in order with his health.
Dandruff, itchy scalp, hair loss, flaking, redness - reasons, what to do?
In addition to drug therapy, the doctor will give nutritional recommendations. Correcting eating habits is an important step in the treatment of skin pathologies. Skin reflects what we eat and drink. Most likely, the trichologist will recommend giving up sweets, foods containing lactose, fatty, fried, spicy foods, and alcohol. And, of course, foods that cause an allergic reaction in a particular patient should be excluded from the daily diet. You will be able to evaluate the first results of the “new” diet in 3-4 weeks.
Reducing stress levels plays an equally important role. Healthy habits (timely going to bed, breathing exercises, physical exercise, walks in the fresh air, etc.), organizing a healthy environment in the workplace, and communicating with loved ones will help with this.
Proper skin care is very important. At Marina Ryabus’s clinic, you can always purchase the best scalp and hair care products on the recommendation of a dermatologist or trichologist. Comprehensive care will restore the hair structure, thicken it, restore a healthy pH, relieve inflammation, and remove dandruff.
During the treatment period, you will be asked to refrain from using a hair dryer, visiting a solarium, staying in the sun without a hat, or dyeing your hair.
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