Frequent sores on the head may be caused by folliculitis, tinea capitis, seborrheic dermatitis, etc. Treatment drugs include antibiotics, antifungal drugs, etc.
1. Folliculitis: the pathogens that cause folliculitis infections include Staphylococcus aureus, Malassezia, etc. The treatment drugs include mupirocin ointment, fusidic acid cream, cefuroxime, amoxicillin, and other antibiotics, and ketoconazole cream, miconazole cream, fluconazole, and other antifungal drugs.
2. Tinea capitis: drugs for the treatment of tinea capitis include itraconazole, terbinafine, fluconazole, ashwagandha, etc. During the treatment, liver and kidney functions need to be checked regularly, and the drugs should be stopped in time if there is any abnormality.
3. Seborrheic dermatitis: drugs for seborrheic dermatitis include ketoconazole cream and tacrolimus cream. When itching is intense, it can be given to stop itching sedatives such as diazepam; can be supplemented with vitamin B or zinc; fungal infections or generalized damage can be itraconazole and other drugs.
Patients with frequent sores on the head are advised to seek prompt medical attention and follow the doctor’s instructions for standardized treatment. All medications should be used under the guidance of a medical professional to avoid adverse reactions.