Scalp acne, the symptoms may be related to ringworm, folliculitis and seborrheic dermatitis and other diseases.
1. Ringworm of the head: the disease is caused by fungal infection, often manifested in local erythema, scales, hair breakage, hair loss, itching and other symptoms. It can also cause scalp acne.
2. Folliculitis: If you don’t pay attention to scalp hygiene, it is easy to secondary bacterial infection after the hair follicles are damaged, thus causing folliculitis, which is often manifested as inflammatory papules centered on hair follicles, surrounded by a red halo, accompanied by tenderness. It can also cause scalp acne.
3. Seborrheic dermatitis: the etiology is unknown, and may be associated with Malassezia colonization, lipid increase, impaired skin barrier function, immune response and individual susceptibility. It is often characterized by erythema, papules, greasy scales, accompanied by itching and other symptoms. It can also cause scalp acne.
There are more reasons for hair acne, and it is recommended that patients go to a regular hospital for a relevant examination to clarify the cause of the disease.