Red spots on scalp.

[lvnonluv]

I seem to be getting these strange red spots on my scalp. my hair is not falling out. My scalp doesnt itch or hurt and the red spots just appear adn do not go away. Thats really all the info i have.
any help?

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
Scalp folliculitis is an inflammatory disorder of the hair follicles in the scalp. The scalp should be washed with a mild normal shampoo as often as desired. Antidandruff shampoos containing antifungal agents such as ketoconazole or ciclopirox are sometimes helpful.

If the symptoms are severe,then topical antibiotics,mild steroids and oral antibiotics may be needed.I sincerely suggest you to discuss these treatment options with a dermatologist.

Hope it helps.Take care and pls do keep me posted on how you are doing or if you have any additional queries.Kind regards.

[jagesh50]

Well,do consult your doc.

[jagesh50]

If that is the case pediculois is a real possibility.I treat every case of folliculitis as pediculosis unless proved otherwise.Permethin shampoo once a week for 2 weeks.

[lvnonluv]

i just read into it and it seems as tho they would itch or hurt if this were the case. they apear about 3 months from each other and just dont go away.

[jagesh50]

Mostly folliculitis.Antiseptic based shampoos should do, like containing cetrimide.