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What is Scalp Folliculitis?
Inflammation and infection of the hair follicles on the scalp are known as scalp folliculitis. The medical term for scalp folliculitis is acne necrotica miliaris. The scalp is one of the major sites for folliculitis as the follicles on the scalp are the densest. The primary feature of this condition is the formation of red colored itchy pimples or pustular eruptions on the scalp. This situation needs an early diagnosis and treatment as it carries the risk of permanent damage to the hair follicle and resultant hair loss. Homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis is very beneficial. Homeopathic medicines are mild and gentle to use, especially for the treatment of skin disorders. They have no side effects because the preparation of homeopathic medicine for scalp folliculitis is with natural products. These medicines help to prevent the spread and progression of the condition. It also helps in the management of the symptoms like itching and burning. With homeopathic medicines, the intensity and frequency of symptoms gradually decline. At the same time, they help to heal the eruptions. Homeopathic medicines boost the self-healing mechanism of the body and fight the infection. They also manage hair loss.
Why do We Get Scalp Folliculitis?
Scalp folliculitis can occur because of two reasons. The first is bacterial infections caused by Staphylococcus aureus, fungal infections, yeast infections, viral infections and infections by mites. The second is non-infectious, in which scalp folliculitis develops due to over production of sebum and oil resulting in clogging of hair follicles.
What Factors Put You at Risk?
People having skin diseases like acne or dermatitis are more prone to developing scalp folliculitis. Medications like antibiotics or steroids may contribute to this condition. It can also develop due to irritation caused by certain hair products. Any wound or surgery to the scalp leading to skin damage makes a person prone to scalp dermatitis. Factors like wearing tight skull caps that increase heat, and sweating on the scalp also make the person prone to this condition. Bathing in poorly maintained hot bathtubs or swimming pools is another contributing factor. Shaving the head with infected tools can also cause scalp folliculitis. Apart from the above factors, certain medical conditions like diabetes mellitus, leukemia or HIV/AIDS can make a person prone to developing scalp folliculitis.
How do I Know if I Have Scalp Folliculitis?
The main symptom in scalp folliculitis is the development of red pimples or pustules on the scalp. The eruptions are very itchy and contain clear or yellow fluid. A crust develops over the eruptions. Burning, pain, soreness or tenderness accompanies these pimples. In severe cases, cases with a delay in treatment, or badly managed cases, there may be permanent follicle damage, scarring, hair loss or bald patches.
Homeopathic Medicines for Scalp Folliculitis
1. Sulphur – Beneficial Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Red Pimples
Sulphur is a very effective homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis where pimples appear on the scalp. In such cases, there is dryness, itching and burning on the scalp. Symptoms get worse in warm environments and on washing the scalp.
2. Silicea – Highly Recommended Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Pustular Eruptions
Silicea gives great results in cases of scalp folliculitis where pustules develop. It is a very good medicine for folliculitis conditions with suppuration. It helps in absorbing pus and quick healing. The eruptions may be itchy, and the itch worsens during the day. Patients may also see an increase in sweating.
3. Calcarea Sulph – Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Yellow Discharge in the Eruptions
Calcarea Sulph is a great homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis where the outbreaks are painful and ooze yellow discharge. The eruptions heal slowly and form a yellow crust. This remedy is beneficial for scalp folliculitis in children.
4. Graphites – Effective Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis when Discharge is Sticky
Graphites is a useful homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis where the primary feature is sticky discharge from the eruptions. The eruptions are moist rather than dry. These eruptions may also be very itchy. Washing the scalp may give temporary relief.
5. Mezereum – Prominent Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Thick Crust
Mezereum works wonders in cases of scalp folliculitis where the unique feature is the formation of thick crusts on the scalp. Thick discharge may get collected under these crusts. It may also have intolerable itching and ooze a gluey discharge. The patient’s hair may get matted due to the discharge.
6. Mercurius Sol – Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Blood Stained Discharge
Mercurius Sol is an excellent homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis where the eruptions have an offensive, blood stained discharge. There may be intense itching on the scalp. In most cases, symptoms get worse at night.
7. Oleander – Suitable Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Burning
Oleander is a very effective homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis in which burning of the scalp is a prominent feature. Soreness is felt with even slight friction in the scalp.
8. Hepar Sulph – Homeopathic Medicine for Painful and Sensitive Scalp Folliculitis
Hepar Sulph is a very beneficial homeopathic treatment for scalp folliculitis where the major complaint is eruptions on the scalp along with pain and sensitivity. The pain gets worse with the slightest touch. The scalp is sensitive to cold.
9. Arsenic Album – Homeopathic Medicine for Scalp Folliculitis with Hair Loss
Arsenic Album works well in cases where hair fall occurs with scalp folliculitis. Hair fall is in circular patches, and dandruff occurs as dry scales.
Dear Dr,
I am suffering from scale folliculitis from past 20 years.
Haven’t received any cure from allopathic medicines.
Its like while boils with sticky discharge and often comes in cluster.
Pls suggest me good medicine
Hello-
I have been dealing with Chronic Folliculitis for over 2-years. I have been put on Cipro 500mg 2-times daily and also other antibiotics for over the last 1-year. The scalp does not have any eruptions, but it gets very itchy sometimes and the scalp hurts if hair are even touched or moved.
I came across your post and am contacting you in the hopes that you can help.
Thank You
Dhillon
Dear Sir,
I am also suffering from scalp folliculitis. The eruptions go after treating with MRSA inhibiting antibiotics like linezolid and cefixim. But this is not the solution. Kindly help me out. I think it is due to staphylococcus aureus. Please comment.
Hi madttam!
How are you?
i am 22 years old (boy) and i am facing baldness from last 4 years, front side and on scalp side both has much affected and oftenly pimples and boils also occure. please tell me any treatment
Hello, I am having folliculitis deculvans for over 10 years I have took mezerium, calsa, and now am taking staphysageia. My hair almost gone please help
hi madam!
How are you?
i am 22 years old (boy) and i am facing baldness from last 4 years, front side and on scalp side both has much affected and oftenly pimples and boils also occure. please tell me any treatment
Hi madttam!
How are you?
i am 22 years old (boy) and i am facing baldness from last 4 years, front side and on scalp side both has much affected and oftenly pimples and boils also occure. please tell me any treatment
Hello-
I have been dealing with Chronic Folliculitis for over 2-years. I have been put on Cipro 500mg 2-times daily and also other antibiotics for over the last 1-year. The scalp does not have any eruptions, but it gets very itchy sometimes and the scalp hurts if hair are even touched or moved.
I came across your post and am contacting you in the hopes that you can help.
Thank You
Dhillon
Sir I have folliculitis and in other way it’s sebooraich disease as per many dr saying but have no relief since 2001,pls suggest me which medicine will suit me.
Hello Sir, I am suffering with boils on scalp last 3-4 years. I am currently taking 4 pills petroleum 200 and 4 pill nat sulphate. Please can you advise what does should I take. I have sulpher, Graphites, and Arsenic Album at home.
My Name is G.VeeraSekhara reddy I Am Saffering 25 years deep folliculitis decavans please give mi solution
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My Name is G.VeeraSekhara reddy I Am Safored deep folliculitis decavans please give mi solution
Dear sir I suffering from folliculitis from 6 year.i use all treatment but it back some days again.i don’t know how I get red from this.i am so dispresd from this disease.i lose my hair lines.amd plz give me suggestions .thanku. regards SURAJ dhiman
What the dose of sulphur 200 for folliculitis
Excessive hair loss from top and front and bad itching does not go away and use of any king of oil like coconut leads to pimples immediate response is appreciated twenty seven year old eyelash and eyebrows falling too
Smal Red boils in sculp with swelling like ganth.boils discharge yellow pus after two/three days after that white dry skin part discharge.some time eaching in sculp effected area.increesed in day time and decrease in night.when severe position devlop then glands devlop in
neck.from one year suffering serious.symptons start from
8years back from red and white rashes in sculp.
I am suffering from pimples from 45years.now I am 65years old.doctors called rochcia.please advice me.
Tisztelt Cím!
50 éves férfi vagyok és 20 éve küzdök fejbőr folliculitis! Nagyon érzékeny a fejbőröm és hajlamos a zsírosodásra. A sapka viselése, hajvágás és az erős napsütés ront az állapoton. Éjszaka rosszabbodik az állapotom, van amikor vérzés is tapasztalható a kitörések (kifakadás) mellett. Sárgás (véres) genny ürül belőle. Elsősorban a koponya falcsonti és nyakszirtcsonti részét érinti a betegségem!
Jelenleg tenutan antibiotikumot szedek!
Várom a tanácsokat a kezelésre!
Hálás köszönettel: Gábor
hello
i have chronic scalp folliculitis since last 20 years. causes itching scalp which i have to wash everyday . it is oily and feels like insects crawling sensation. leads to hairfall. it is like acne on scalp
please advise there is any treatment. how long it takes and what is cost in india.
Hello Doctor,
During last 2 weeks i am observing excessive hair fall. Every time i comb my hair, a large no falls out from root. I was also having itching & very small eruptions (almost not visible with naked eye) – something like Folliculitis as you mentioned in your article but no discharge..
Pls suggest a remedy – my hair has already thinned down a lot.
Hello doctor,
I have been diagnosed with folliculitis since last 7-8 years I believe. Initialy I ignored it thinking these are temporary and will disappear on it owns. But the problem has worsened for last 3 years.. I started with allopathy treatment last year. Though the results were good, but I realized it was temporary as the moment I stopped medication, the pimples would come back. I changed 3 doctors and now I’m really getting worried. My hair fall has increased and new hair growth is not happening. I don’t want to consume allopathy anymore and I need permanent solution to my problem. Please suggest me what to do. If I start homeopathic treatment then in how many days would I get to see some progress on the problem.
Excessive itching on scalp. Excessive hair falling. All treatments have failed. My age is 58. Have been suffering for about 20 years.
Hi Dr Sharma,
I have been losing hair from the past 4 years.I have an itchy scalp and when I scratch I get grain like particles under my nails.I have dandruff problem as well and scalp acne like condition.I have tried almost evrything and losing hair has been mentally devastating.Please suggest me what I can do to diagnose the root cause and treat it
Dear Doctor,
i have chronic scalp,face chest and shoulder acne since 15 years.I have tried many treatments.Now i am using clinadamycin,tezaridine,salycilic acid,as topical,and have taken ciproofloxacin as antibiotic for one week.The scalp acne recures and face acne is better.kindly advise homeo medicine so that it may dont recure plz.
Thanking in anticipation
saif ur rahman
Dr. Sharma I have a combination of symptoms such as listed in #5 for Mezereum help and #9 for Arsenic Album. At the back (in scalp above spine) and right rear quarter of my scalp behind my right ear I have the thick crusts which sometimes ooze and cause hair matting overnight. Above my ears and by my temples I have the dry scales and dandruff. I have tried every consumer-type of dandruff shampoo but all these make matters worse. What should I take for this? Is there any topical homeopathic remedy that will also help with these symptoms? I am already experiencing hair loss. By the way I am under extreme stress at my job from bullying but I am trying to find other employment which is also very stressful. Thank you for your kind assistance.
Hello Dr. Sharma,
About 2 and 1/2 months ago, I had a perm followed 3 weeks later by a hair toner. Both products have very low ammonia and are designed for less chemical reactions. My hair has been coming out from the follicle and in the past month there is extreme burning of the scalp followed by itching. My hair has lessened by 1/3 over these three months. Now the burning comes every 12 hours. I have used coconut oil to sooth it and cold water to wash. But it returns each night. I tried homeopathic sulfur in the beginning. Then Arsenicum. As the hair continued to fall, I consulted a homeopathist who recommended ammonium causticum….but it has become much worse. I just turned 69. My hair is ash blonde, fine but I had quite a lot of it until now. I had a very difficult emotional year….grief from a break up of a long relationship and live in a very isolated area. I did a lot of emotional cleansing and release of past karma with strong intention. There were other new and acute skin issues this year as well…..a bout of hives and the development of purpura on my forearms that comes and goes. I am scheduled for a knee surgery on the 17th….arthoscopic. I have a popliteal cyst which has been extremely painful and has brought a great deal of inflammation to the joints in the body. But this problem with my scalp and hair is extremely difficult. It wakes me around 4:00am. And the burning and itching have increased and is very prominent and painful. The hair fall is less. I have never had this problem before and have colored and permed my hair for years. But never so close together.What do you recommend? Thank you. Sandhya
Hello Dr. Sharma,
About 2 and 1/2 months ago, I had a perm followed 3 weeks later by a hair toner. Both products have very low ammonia and are designed for less chemical reactions. My hair has been coming out from the follicle and in the past month there is extreme burning of the scalp followed by itching. My hair has lessened by 1/3 over these three months. Now the burning comes every 12 hours. I have used coconut oil to sooth it and cold water to wash. But it returns each night. I tried homeopathic sulfur in the beginning. Then Arsenicum. As the hair continued to fall, I consulted a homeopathist who recommended ammonium causticum….but it has become much worse. I just turned 69. My hair is ash blonde, fine but I had quite a lot of it until now. I had a very difficult emotional year….grief from a break up of a long relationship and live in a very isolated area. I did a lot of emotional cleansing and release of past karma with strong intention. There were other new and acute skin issues this year as well…..a bout of hives and the development of purpura on my forearms that comes and goes. I am scheduled for a knee surgery on the 17th….arthoscopic. I have a popliteal cyst which has been extremely painful and has brought a great deal of inflammation to the joints in the body. But this problem with my scalp and hair is extremely difficult. It wakes me around 4:00am. And the burning and itching have increased and is very prominent and painful. The hair fall is less. I have never had this problem before and have colored and permed my hair for years. But never so close together.What do you recommend? Thank you. Sandhya This is not a duplicate comment.