The scalp scabs can spread. The condition isn’t contagious ... Your healthcare provider may recommend a topical cream if there are few sores in one area. If there are many in one area or ...

Scabs on the scalp can be caused by inflamed hair follicles or inflamed skin. It can also be caused by infestations of lice or an infection called scalp ringworm. In rare cases, scabs that bleed ...