The treatment of scalp pain
The treatment of the aching scalp depends on the cause. Psychological help is strongly recommended for burn-out and depression. Physiotherapy and regular exercise are recommended to relieve poor posture and tension.
Skin diseases like neurodermatitis and psoriasis should be treated by a dermatologist. If the painful scalp is caused by a fungus, the doctor will prescribe an antifungal agent to be taken orally. Lyme disease is treated by an antibiotic (Doxycyclin), which must be taken for two weeks.
If the Lyme disease becomes chronic, the antibiotic may have to be taken for longer. If facial erysipelas occurs, it is treated antivirally with Aciclovir. It is important to note that herpes zoster in the head and face area is always treated with medication.
Normal painkillers usually do not help sufficiently or not at all with nerve pain (neuralgia). Therefore, so-called anticonvulsants are prescribed, which are used for seizures. These regulate the excitability of the nerves and thereby reduce the sensitivity to pain.Antidepressants or opioids can also be administered.
Which medication is used in which combination depends on the individual patient’s condition. If irritated or inflamed wisdom teeth are responsible for the pain, they should be removed. The use of homeopathic remedies can support the healing of certain underlying diseases and alleviate symptoms.
For example, it is recommended to take chamomilla (chamomile) if the scalp is very sensitive to pain. If the painful scalp is caused by an infection or flu, it is recommended to take Ferrum phosphoricum globules. In case of burning pain, taking Arsenicum album can relieve the symptoms, it can also be used for herpes zoster on the scalp.
To treat herpes zoster, therapy with Cantharis or Rhus vernix may promote healing. The pain of post-zoster neuralgia can be improved by taking Hypericum perforatum, Vaccinotoxinum or Magnesium phosphoricum. If pain occurs on the scalp due to mechanical stress or tension, a gentle scalp massage can provide relief, as the scalp and muscles are better supplied with blood.
In the case of neuralgia, cooling or warmth can improve the pain in the affected areas. What exactly helps varies from patient to patient and should be tried out. However, neuralgia should be treated by a doctor as soon as possible and home remedies should only be used as a support.
