Many people experience an itchy scalp at some point. It’s usually not a sign of a serious medical condition and can, in most ...

Small red painful bumps over the scalp at the base of the hair are not uncommon. This occurs in children and adults as well. It commonly occurs due to inflammation of hair follicles, due to infection.

Medically reviewed by Brendan Camp, MD There are effective treatments for an itchy scalp. Depending on the cause, you can treat an itchy scalp with over-the-counter (OTC) solutions or prescription ...

Bumps on the scalp can be caused by other skin disorders such as folliculitis, scalp acne, or dandruff. They could also show up due to an allergic reaction to a product or skincare routine.