Itchy Scalp in Children

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Tip 1 - Itchy Scalp in Children | LIVESTRONG.COM

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Frances stubbs | permalink

An itchy scalp on your child is not life-threatening but may make your child irritable until the problem is resolved. There are a number of reasons your child may have an itchy scalp. Two of the most common causes of an itchy scalp in children include eczema and head lice.

For further reading: http://www.livestrong.com/article/219433-itchy-scalp-in-children/ ^[1]

Tip 2 - Scalp Problems

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Tiesha Clark | permalink

WebMD looks at the causes, symptoms, and treatment of scalp problems, including dandruff, lice, and ringworm.
Tags: hair, dandruff, cradle cap, head lice, ringworm, infection, itch, psoriasis, lichen planus, folliculitis, scalp problems, scalp problems treatment, scalp problems symptoms, seborrheic dermatitis, scalp problems causes, cradle cap treatment, dandruff treatment, head lice treatment,

For further reading: http://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/scalp-problems ^[2]

Tip 3 - What can my daughter do to relieve her itchy scalp?

Published: 9 years, 4 month(s) ago | Submitted by Gisella Martinez | permalink

My 10 year old has developed and itchy scalp. Her scalp looks normal, there's no rash, no flaking, just a constant itch that has gotten so bad that it's now disrupting her sleep.

For further reading: http://ask.metafilter.com/270423/What-can-my-daughter-do-to-relieve-her-itchy-scalp ^[3]