Examples include head lice, hives, and dermatitis. The scalp may also be sore, dry, or tender. Treatment can depend on the cause. An itchy scalp, also known as scalp pruritus, is a common health ...

"Some of them might even develop sores on the head, particularly towards the back ... Philip says that treatment for lice has two components -- killing of the adult and hatched lice.

Dr Missick said: “Children may complain of itching, sores from scratching ... It often requires repeated treatments to fully ...