Itchy scalp and hair loss can be a frustrating and debilitating condition to deal with and the causes are many and varied. For an accurate diagnosis to take place we first have to work out if the itchiness of the scalp is caused by hair loss or is the hair loss being caused by a condition that is making the scalp over-sensitive and itchy.

There are a number of scalp conditions that can cause both itchiness and hair loss. If you notice that your scalp is in any way different from normal, i.e. red patches of skin or welt’s that are appearing, often in the same area where the hair is thinning out, then it is wise to pay a visit to your doctor who then may forward you on to a dermatologist.

Some of the medical/skin conditions known to cause these symptoms are Psoriasis, Scalp Ringworm and an Allergic Reaction. Psoriasis is often identified by white patches on red skin and can often result in severe itching. Scalp Ringworm is a contagious fungal infection where the skin can become red with itchy rash like patches. These two types of conditions need medical attention to control.

Allergic reactions can result in a number of symptoms and if severe can damage the hair follicles which is why it is important to find the cause early and take whatever action is needed to remedy the situation. Often times an allergic reaction can be caused by chemicals that we use on our hair such as certain shampoo’s, dies, color’s etc and it is usually a case of taking a look at what products have been used before the condition became apparent and discontinuing the use of them.

If your itchy scalp is the result of previous hair loss then it may be a case of the old hair follicles dying and new ones taking their place. While this is a perfectly natural process, it can become quite distressing and there are ointments and lotions available to help soothe the itchiness. A very dry scalp can also be an annoyance and Olive Oil in particular is useful for returning your scalp back to normal.

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