The scalp, like skin anywhere on the body, is prone to infections from many different types of infectious agents. Fungal and bacterial infections are by far the most common. The scalp is in fact more at risk of an infection at times. A combination of factors like unwashed hair, overactive oil glands, harsh hair treatments, perspiration and so on may increase the risk of infections as compared to the skin elsewhere on the body. What are scalp infections? A scalp infection is a condition where an infectious agent, like bacteria, viruses or fungi, infect the skin on the head. It does not apply to the skin on the face. Scalp infections are very common and usually do not pose a significant threat to health as it is superficial. However, scalp infections can have a host of adverse effects from the formation of sores to the loss of hair. This in turn can have psychosocial repercussions due to the aesthetic factor. Causes of Scalp Infection It is important to understand why these infections occur. Bacteria, fungi and viruses are abundant in and on the body as well as dispersed throughout the environment. The skin is a physical barrier that has a … Continue reading Scalp Infections Causes, Types, Pictures