Disorders of the Scalp

Dandruff, vegetable parasitic infections, animal parasitic infections,

and staphylococci infections

Disorders of the Scalp

Natural shedding of horny scalp scales should not be mistaken for dandruff

Dandruff Pityriasis; small white scales that usually appear

on the scalp & hair Characterized by excessive proliferation,

shedding & accumulation of surface cells

Disorders of the Scalp

Dandruff Pityriasis capitis simplex

Dry type Itchy scalp & small white scales Attached to scalp or scattered loosely in the hair

Disorders of the Scalp

Dandruff – pityriasis capitis simplex

CAUSE: sluggish scalp is caused by poor circulation, lack of nerve stimulation, improper diet, emotional & glandular disturbances & poor hygiene

Treatment: use mild or mediated shampoos, scalp treatments, regular scalp massage, daily use of antiseptic scalp lotions, and mediated scalp ointments

Disorders of the Scalp Dandruff

Pityriasis steatoides Greasy or waxy type Scales become mixed with sebum, causing them to stick to scalp

in patches Medical treatment is advisable CAUTION: both types are considered to be contagious and can be

spread by common use of combs & brushes. Take extra care in sanitizing implements by practicing approved sanitation & disinfection procedures. This will help prevent the spread of this condition

Vegetable Parasitic Infections Tinea

Ringworm Caused by vegetable parasite Highly contagious Begins w/ a small, reddened patch of little blisters Refer to a physician

Vegetable Parasitic Infections

Tinea capitis Ringworm of the scalp Red papules or spots at opening of hair follicles Causes hair to break

Vegetable Parasitic Infections

Tinea favosa Honeycomb ringworm Dry, sulfur-yellow, cuplike crust on scalp called scutula Gives off odor Scars from favus are pink or white, shiny bald patches Very contagious Refer to a physician

Animal Parasitic Infections

Scabies Itch mite Highly contagious Caused by itch mite Vesicles & pustules from the irritation of the

parasites or from scratching the affected area

Animal Parasitic Infections

Pediculosis capitis Contagious condition Caused by head lice infesting the hair & scalp Itching occurs and resultant scratching can caus

infection Refer to physician

Staphylococci Infections

Furuncle Boil Acute staphylococci infection of a hair follicle Produces constant pain Produces a pustule perforated by a hair Refer to physician

Staphylococci Infections

Carbuncle Inflammation of the subcutaneous tissue Caused by staphylococci Similar to a furuncle but larger Refer to physician

Summary

In order to give your client the best possible consultative services, you must be able to recognize hair and scalp conditions that need treatment