Scalp pimples can be a common problem found among newborn babies and some adults that require a different approach than for those who struggle with typical acne. Pimples on scalp are not technically the exact type of acne found on the face, chest, neck and back. While typical acne is the result of an imbalance in the glandular production of the sebaceous gland that secretes directly onto the skin, most adult head acne is related to the hair follicles themselves. The oil glands produce oil around the hair follicle and sometimes an inflammation will result on some people's scalps. People who are worried about acne moving to their heads can rest assured that this is not considered typical acne. "Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you." (1 Peter 5:7)
Newborns also sometimes show signs of small, red bumps a few days after their birth. Scalp pimples are sometimes the result of exposure to their mother's hormones during the birthing process. Simply keeping the area dry over a period of days will allow the area to generally clear up on its own. Cradle cap may be part of an overall skin issue that can be addressed readily by rubbing baby oil onto the head and then combing through it with a small comb. This will loosen the yellowish-brown 'cap' that is somewhat attached to the skin. Sometimes small red bumps are part of the cradle cap, but it is nothing to be too concerned with as long as they are disappearing within a few days after birth.
Cradle cap, however, may take over 6 months to disappear, so consistently cleaning and applying baby oil to the head may be necessary. While the connection to hair follicles and oil glands are a fact in considering problem with pimples on scalp, health professionals are still not clear as to all the circumstances that may be connected to head acne. Sometimes infections such as mites, yeast, and bacteria can set up residence on the crown making it difficult for doctors to determine the exact causes of head acne in each case. Since hair provides a good, dark place for micro-organisms to flourish, some doctors begin in that arena when attempting to determine causes.
Yeast or Candida infections can spread anywhere on the body as well as on the skin, in the nose, and mouth. Yeast can also spread throughout the digestive tract and cause major system upheavals for many people. Yeast is naturally occurring in the intestinal area cohabitating with good flora which creates a healthy digestive balance. When medicines, illnesses or perhaps foods cause the delicate balance to tip, yeast can 'overgrow' to other places on or in the body.
Sometimes yeast can infect the crown and result in a small, red rash that stubbornly hangs on when treated with a variety of lotions and shampoos. A doctor may prescribe an oral as well as a topical medication to eradicate scalp pimples caused by yeast infection. Micro-organisms such as mites can also cause irritation and infection that can lead to bumps and pimples on scalp. There are medicated shampoos as well as medications that may be indicated for a specific problem.
Unfortunately, some people begin to see pimples and acne on their crowns as a result of bacteria such as staff. Staff infection is another stubborn condition to cure and generally calls for antibiotics and steroids applied topically. In any case, complete and continued cleanliness of the hair and skin is necessary to fully eliminate serious pimples on the scalp. Many people deal with milder conditions that are merely irritating and inconvenient, but do not pose a health threat. In these cases, there are many over the counter shampoos and scalp treatments that may be beneficial.
Most products that contain salicylic acid are manufactured for this very purpose and generally are the best to use for good success. A caution is offered for those who are considering using benzoyl peroxide for treatment purposes. Benzoyl peroxide will affect the color of one's hair as well as damage the hair. Sometimes the product has been known to make a person go bald. So, it is generally not a good choice for scalp pimples unless of course one is already bald! Dealing with head acne can be a long term process for some people even if it is not severe since determining the best avenue of treatment is also based on whether or not the skin is oily and whether or not a certain product will irritate it.
Also, will hair be damaged over long term use of certain products even if they are formulated specifically for pimples on scalp? What shampoos, gels, hair sprays and other typical products are safe and less irritating to use? Each individual must find the best treatment protocol for scalp pimples through careful research and application of the proper products. If that yields no success, it may be best to secure the services of a professional who can more quickly determine the best options for a cure.
Newborns also sometimes show signs of small, red bumps a few days after their birth. Scalp pimples are sometimes the result of exposure to their mother's hormones during the birthing process. Simply keeping the area dry over a period of days will allow the area to generally clear up on its own. Cradle cap may be part of an overall skin issue that can be addressed readily by rubbing baby oil onto the head and then combing through it with a small comb. This will loosen the yellowish-brown 'cap' that is somewhat attached to the skin. Sometimes small red bumps are part of the cradle cap, but it is nothing to be too concerned with as long as they are disappearing within a few days after birth.
Cradle cap, however, may take over 6 months to disappear, so consistently cleaning and applying baby oil to the head may be necessary. While the connection to hair follicles and oil glands are a fact in considering problem with pimples on scalp, health professionals are still not clear as to all the circumstances that may be connected to head acne. Sometimes infections such as mites, yeast, and bacteria can set up residence on the crown making it difficult for doctors to determine the exact causes of head acne in each case. Since hair provides a good, dark place for micro-organisms to flourish, some doctors begin in that arena when attempting to determine causes.
Yeast or Candida infections can spread anywhere on the body as well as on the skin, in the nose, and mouth. Yeast can also spread throughout the digestive tract and cause major system upheavals for many people. Yeast is naturally occurring in the intestinal area cohabitating with good flora which creates a healthy digestive balance. When medicines, illnesses or perhaps foods cause the delicate balance to tip, yeast can 'overgrow' to other places on or in the body.
Sometimes yeast can infect the crown and result in a small, red rash that stubbornly hangs on when treated with a variety of lotions and shampoos. A doctor may prescribe an oral as well as a topical medication to eradicate scalp pimples caused by yeast infection. Micro-organisms such as mites can also cause irritation and infection that can lead to bumps and pimples on scalp. There are medicated shampoos as well as medications that may be indicated for a specific problem.
Unfortunately, some people begin to see pimples and acne on their crowns as a result of bacteria such as staff. Staff infection is another stubborn condition to cure and generally calls for antibiotics and steroids applied topically. In any case, complete and continued cleanliness of the hair and skin is necessary to fully eliminate serious pimples on the scalp. Many people deal with milder conditions that are merely irritating and inconvenient, but do not pose a health threat. In these cases, there are many over the counter shampoos and scalp treatments that may be beneficial.
Most products that contain salicylic acid are manufactured for this very purpose and generally are the best to use for good success. A caution is offered for those who are considering using benzoyl peroxide for treatment purposes. Benzoyl peroxide will affect the color of one's hair as well as damage the hair. Sometimes the product has been known to make a person go bald. So, it is generally not a good choice for scalp pimples unless of course one is already bald! Dealing with head acne can be a long term process for some people even if it is not severe since determining the best avenue of treatment is also based on whether or not the skin is oily and whether or not a certain product will irritate it.
Also, will hair be damaged over long term use of certain products even if they are formulated specifically for pimples on scalp? What shampoos, gels, hair sprays and other typical products are safe and less irritating to use? Each individual must find the best treatment protocol for scalp pimples through careful research and application of the proper products. If that yields no success, it may be best to secure the services of a professional who can more quickly determine the best options for a cure.
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