7 Causes of injuries to the head (even though you are not injured)

You don't end up having certain injuries or traumas, but you feel like you have a wound on your head. What could it be? Dangerous or not?

Head wounds are usually associated with an itchy skin condition that causes continuous scratching of the head and scalp. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), when a wound forms on the head, harmful bacteria can enter the wound and infect various parts of the body.

The most common types of sores on the head are seborrheic dermatitis, scalp psoriasis, and head lice. Yes, head wounds can occur even if you haven't sustained any injuries, bumps or accidents. Check out the full explanation below.

Various causes of head injuries

1. Cyst

Cysts grow slowly and are usually painless, but they can sometimes be swollen, painful, and may have a thick, foul-smelling discharge. Cysts are harmless and usually go away on their own. However, if the cyst on your scalp is bothersome, you need to see your doctor immediately.

2. Folliculitis

If bacteria, viruses, or fungi get into the hair follicles, you can develop folliculitis infection. Folliculitis is inflammation that occurs in hair follicles, which are tiny holes in the skin where hair grows. The infection usually looks like a painful red pimple or bump with or without a white head.

These head sores can also be crusty, dry, and itchy. The pain usually goes away without treatment. However, keep the area clean and use a warm compress to make it feel better. If it lasts more than a few days, see your doctor.

3. Head lice

Head lice often cause itching sensations on the head. Itching often makes you scratch your head, which in turn can cause scalp sores. Head lice must be treated thoroughly.

4. Ringworm

Ringworm is a common infection caused by a fungus. Well, ringworm on the scalp is called tinea capitis. Ringworm causes itchy skin patches, hair loss, pain, and pus called kerions on your scalp.

5. Psoriasis

This condition can cause red patches and wrinkled skin on your scalp. Due to frequent itching, scratching can cause bleeding and scabies. Psoriasis affects your entire body. So it also seems to show up on areas other than your scalp like the elbows and knees.

To treat scalp psoriasis, you need to consult a doctor.

6. Seborrheic dermatitis

Seborrheic dermatitis is a skin disease that makes the skin dry and flaky. So, if you feel the scalp with your fingers, it is as if there is a wound on the head. Most parts of the body can get dermatitis. However, the most common areas are your scalp, eyelashes, eyebrows, and the sides of your nose.

Common symptoms of seborrheic dermatitis can include dandruff, rash, dry peeling skin, mild itching, waxy skin (especially behind the ears), and red skin (especially around the nose and in the middle of the forehead).

7. Other causes

Other causes of injuries to the head and scalp include acne, viruses such as chickenpox, and a group of rare autoimmune diseases called pemphigus, which occurs when the body's immune system attacks healthy cells. If you are worried about certain injuries or symptoms, see a doctor immediately.