1. Home
  2. Consult with a doctor
  3. Skin, Hair and Nails

  4. Folliculitis on scalp. Have to maintain.

Folliculitis on scalp

2015-09-19 12:09:21
I am having regular pimples on scalp. Very pain full kindly suggest...and any diet I have to maintain.
73 Views

Answers (1)

Get your queries answered instantly with Practo AI FREE

50000+ health queries resolved in last month

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Hi You seem to be having folliculitis or scalp hair infection. This is due to a bacteria. Avoid oiling the hair as this makes the infection worse. recurring infections can cause hairfall so do meet a dermatologist as you may need antibiotics for this

Answered2015-09-20 16:23:24

YESNO

Was this answer useful

Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI

FREE

Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp

Articles you may like

5 Natural Home Remedies to Treat Itchy Scalp

Dr.A Mohamad Saleem

Are you finding it difficult to resist the urge to scratch your head? An itchy scalp can not only be annoying but also e ... Read more

I Saw a "Grey"yard- It Was a Smoker's Scalp!

Dr.Govind Suresh Mittal

My dear "young on calendar" & "young at heart" Cigarette Smokers. Nah, don't mistake those capitals for respect. Any ... Read more

Try These Home Remedies to Get Rid of Dry and Itchy Scalp

Dr.Adil Hingora

An itchy scalp! Oops. Cause for concern as well as a reason for social embarrassment. Instead of anti-dandruff shampoos, ... Read more

Diseases of Hair & Scalp - Explained as Easy as Possible

Dr. Nipun Kushe

Canities (Premature Greying) Loss of hair producing pigmentCongenital or acquired due to stressMalnutritionVita ... Read more

Hair and Scalp Care - Easy Tips to Manage Hairfall

Dr.Pankaj Chordia

1. EAT 2 ALMONDS SOAKED IN WATER OVERNIGHT2. EAT 1-2 WALNUTS DAILY3. EAT 2DATES, FIGS & BLACK RAISINS DAILY4. EAT PR ... Read more

To My Dear Dandruff!

Dr.Pradnya Shastri

Frustrated with dandruff? Well, that's because you are trying to fight it! My suggestion is don't... I rather say that l ... Read more

Tell us what's troubling you

Acne keeps coming back?

Consult Now

Struggling with pimples?

Consult Now

Can’t get rid of skin infections?

Consult Now

Tired of hair-fall?

Consult Now

Dandruff not going away?

Consult Now

Related Questions

Scalp problem

11309 Views
I have Small granules in my scalp. May be DHT crystals. How to get rid of them? It is reducing my hair fr ...Read More

Black Spot on Scalp

10077 Views
Hello Doctor, Since last 2 months, I am loosing my hair and my scalp become visible. Also I have found co ...Read More

Scalp psoriasis

9773 Views
What is difference between scalp psoriasis and dandruff..is this scalp psoriasis..i am attaching images.. ...Read More

Scalp Folliculitis

7279 Views
I have been suffering from folliculitis on the scalp for almost 4 years now. It started as mild bumps on ...Read More

Visible scalp

5162 Views
Hi, I had a thick hair during my college days and recently my scalp is appearing in entire top of my head ...Read More

Something white on scalp and

20 Views
Hello doctor , What is the on scalp which looks like white dead skin. Please provide solution ...Read More

Dry hair and oily scalp

19 Views
Ive been having very oily scalp and dry hair. Like, if I dont shampoo every day, my scalp starts to feel ...Read More

Redness on scalp with hairloss

14 Views
I found excessive dandruff in my hair than I bald my head found that redness on scalp in a patchy way ... ...Read More

Pimple on scalp after prp

26 Views
No pain no itching just pimple on scalp after prp. Is it sign of infection. Or will it heal on its own.

My scalp is looking like this.

54 Views
I habe suddenly discovered by scalp looking like this.is it normal? Or i am having baldness. Please sugge ...Read More
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.