Pityriasis capitis in children

Children's scalps sweat easily, so they may suddenly feel a tightness on their scalp while running and jumping. If they don't wipe it clean in time, it can easily lead to scalp infection and cause pityriasis capitis. As parents, you need to pay attention to regularly clean your child's scalp, reduce oiliness and dandruff, and if your scalp is often itchy, you should check if there is something wrong with the shampoo you have been using recently.

Causes

The exact cause and pathogenesis are not yet fully understood and may be due to the influence of multiple factors. Increased androgen levels may be the main reason for increased sebum secretion, and it is also related to age and gender. Clinically, the characteristics of familial distribution can be seen, and there is a certain genetic tendency. In some neurological diseases, such as Parkinson's disease, sebum secretion levels may be twice as high as normal in the advanced stages of the disease. Sebum secretion may be significantly increased in patients with Down syndrome, arteriosclerosis, adrenal tumors, epilepsy, diabetes and certain breast cancers.

Clinical manifestations

Diffuse, grayish white, greasy, bran-like scaling on the head, often accompanied by itching. There is usually no obvious inflammation of the scalp. The disease course is chronic and gradually worsens, and over time the hair falls out and becomes sparse. Oval-shaped Pityrosporum fungi can be detected in the dandruff of the head of some patients.

diagnosis

This disease often occurs in young and middle-aged people, with typical symptoms and easy to diagnose.

treat

1. General treatment

Limit excessive intake of animal fats, sugars and spicy foods. Using shampoos with strong alkaline properties will stimulate the secretion of sebaceous glands, so it is better to use neutral or acidic shampoos. Shampoos containing sulfur help remove sebum, keeping hair properly dry and voluminous. Reducing the frequency of hair washing can cause the excess sebum to accumulate, creating counter-pressure and helping to reduce sebum secretion.

2.2.5% selenium disulfide shampoo, 2% ketoconazole shampoo

It has the effect of killing bacteria and fungi, and using it to wash your hair can help remove scales and relieve itching. Those with mild symptoms can take appropriate amounts of vitamin B2, vitamin B6 and vitamin B complex orally.