Discover the Signs and Symptoms of Scalp Infections

4. Ingrown Hairs

Another common cause of scalp infections is ingrown hairs. As an area of the body typically covered with more hair than the rest, the scalp is particularly susceptible to the inflammation and pain caused by ingrown hairs. When hair is removed, and the remaining part under the skin gets trapped and fails to grow in the proper direction, an ingrown hair develop. Symptoms include pain, itching, and tiny hard bumps. Shaving and other forms of hair removal usually cause ingrown hairs, which often resolve on their own.

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