Acne on the head is considered to be caused by ringworm of the head, seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis, etc. It can be treated by applying antifungals (ketoconazole), glucocorticosteroids (hydrocortisone), calcium-modulated phosphatase inhibitors (tacrolimus), antibiotics (erythromycin) and other medications.
1. Tinea capitis: Tinea capitis may lead to acne on the head, and patients are advised to use topical antifungal drugs, such as ketoconazole and terbinafine, to facilitate the removal of bacteria.
2. Seborrheic dermatitis: head acne is considered to be caused by seborrheic dermatitis, it is recommended that patients use selenium sulfide, sulfur and other medications, which have the effect of sterilization, anti-inflammatory, anti-itching. You can also apply hydrocortisone and other glucocorticoids, tacrolimus and other calcium-modulated phosphatase inhibitors to promote recovery.
3. Folliculitis: Folliculitis may trigger acne on the head. Patients with bacterial triggers should use topical antibiotics such as erythromycin and clindamycin to help reduce inflammation. Fungus triggered patients should use topical antifungal drugs, such as econazole, miconazole, etc., to promote recovery.
The reason for the head acne is more, it is recommended that the patient go to the regular hospital, clear cause of the disease with the doctor for standardized treatment. The above drugs need to be used in accordance with medical advice.