Its so gross and scaly. she itches it and it bleeds and more forms back... She is 4 years old.... now her hair wont grow and its breaking off everywhere. Wht is going on what is this?
2006-11-30 09:57:13 · 8 answers · asked by poohgirl 1 in Beauty & Style ➔ Hair
Take her to a doctor.
2006-11-30 09:59:15 · answer #1 · answered by bumppo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scalp psoriasis requires slightly different regimes from psoriasis affecting the skin elsewhere. This is due to hair, which makes application of many topical products difficult and protects the scalp from the effects of ultraviolet light. Unfortunately, many scalp treatments for scalp psoriasis are messy and smelly. Most treatments will need to be used regularly for several weeks before a benefit is seen.
Special medicated shampoos can be purchased from the chemist.
Coal tar shampoos are suitable for most patients with scalp psoriasis
Ketoconazole shampoo is effective for dandruff, seborrhoeic dermatitis and sebopsoriasis
The shampoos work best if rubbed into the scalp well, and left in for 5 or 10 minutes and then reapplied. They are safe for daily use but may irritate if applied more than twice weekly. If you dislike the smell of coal tar, try shampooing again with a favourite brand, and use a conditioner.
More severe cases require leave-on scalp applications.
Alcohol-based topical steroid and calcipotriol lotions can reduce itch but don't lift scale very well. Use topical steroids intermittently; overuse results in more extensive and severe psoriasis.
Salicylic acid and coal tar creams work much better, but are messy. Coconut compound ointment is a combination of coal tar, salicylic acid and sulphur and seems particularly effective. Leave on for at least an hour and shampoo off later. Most people rub the cream into the plaques at night and wash it off in the morning.
Use the scalp preparation daily at first then as the condition improves, reduce the frequency. Unfortunately in many cases the scale soon builds up again, so the creams may have to be applied regularly to keep the scalp clear.
Cutting hair short helps control scalp psoriasis, probably by making the treatments easier to apply, but is not appealing to everyone
2006-11-30 18:02:41 · answer #2 · answered by cjones1887 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Here is a link for you that goes over symptoms of hair loss of a preschooler. Next figure it out and call your doctor to have it looked at.
http://parentcenter.babycenter.com/refcap/preschooler/phealth/psymptoms/1383707.html
2006-11-30 18:04:20 · answer #3 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have that too sometimes. nizoral shampoo really helps. my hair hasnt stoped growing i dont think but alot of it falls out. i would see a dermatologist. i think it is a form of psoriasis and is caused by a too much yeast in the body.
2006-11-30 18:01:39 · answer #4 · answered by Rae 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont know if i spelled it right but she may have excema in her hair go see a doctor
2006-11-30 18:03:40 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take her to the doctors ASAP!
2006-11-30 18:38:13 · answer #6 · answered by Deerrunner 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
umm have you seen a doctor? its probally an iretation to something how long has it be going on please go see a doctor ASAP
2006-11-30 18:00:45 · answer #7 · answered by Erikababy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2006-11-30 18:00:08 · answer #8 · answered by Aly C 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋