Why Does My Scalp Hurt Like Needle Pricks?
There are many reasons for the pain in the scalp like being stabbed by a needle, such as trigeminal neuralgia, pain caused by herpes zoster, or neuralgia, etc. It is necessary to go to the hospital for examination promptly for such pain to understand the specific reasons and then treat it accordingly. In daily life, it is important to strengthen self-care, maintain sufficient rest, avoid excessive stress, and avoid overexertion.
1. Trigeminal neuralgia is mainly manifested as paroxysmal stabbing pain in one side of the temple, with each episode lasting from several seconds to tens of seconds, generally not exceeding one minute. Gabapentin capsules can be taken to relieve the pain.
2. Herpes zoster causes paroxysmal stabbing pain in the head due to the invasion of herpes virus into the nerves, often accompanied by clustered skin vesicles. Through antiviral treatment, such as acyclovir, as well as symptomatic treatment with neurotrophic drugs like Mecobalamin and Adenosine Cobalamin, the pain can be alleviated.
3. Neuralgia can be induced by factors such as mental stress and emotional excitement, mainly manifesting as throbbing pain in the temporal side and occipital region of the head. Through neurotrophic drugs and traditional Chinese medicine physiotherapy, the symptoms can be alleviated accordingly.
Firstly, the pain can be caused by physiological factors such as high daily life stress, overexertion, and poor sleep quality. However, short-term symptoms can be effectively relieved through proper rest.
Secondly, neuralgia is mainly caused by abnormal neuronal discharge due to neurological dysfunction, which may lead to needle-like pain in the scalp, as well as a sense of tightness and tension in the head. The treatment mainly involves neurotrophic drugs and drugs to improve cerebral circulation.
