I found this on my son’s scalp. I have no idea what it is and we can’t get a doctor’s appointment right now. Do you have any advice?

Here’s what you can safely do right now:

✔ Use gentle shampoo once daily or every other day
✔ Keep nails short to reduce scratching damage
✔ Avoid strong oils, vinegar, or unknown home remedies
✔ Check scalp under bright light every 1–2 days
✔ Keep personal items separate if lice is suspected
✔ Monitor whether it is spreading or improving

❤️ Final thoughts

What you found on your son’s scalp is most likely something common such as Seborrheic dermatitis, Tinea capitis, or Pediculosis capitis—all of which are manageable once correctly identified.

The most important thing right now is not to panic, but to observe:

• How it looks
• Whether it spreads
• Whether itching or hair loss is present

If you want, describe it in detail (color, shape, size, itching, hair loss), and I’ll help you narrow it down further and guide you on the safest next step 👍