Polypharmacy, very common in the elderly, and the possibility of drug-drug interactions must be considered as a cause of agitation. Medications such as benzodiazepines, beta-blockers, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), neuroleptics and diphenhydramine can cause problems.
Sun Damage. Overexposure is one of the main factors in scalp wrinkles (and wrinkles elsewhere, too). UV radiation speeds the breakdown of elastin and collagen, two things that keep skin tight and firm. As these degenerate, skin begins to sag and wrinkle.
Most scalp conditions lead to hair loss or some type of skin rash. Many scalp conditions are hereditary. Malnutrition or infection can also cause scalp conditions. The treatment and your outlook depend on the condition causing the scalp problems. Read more. Most scalp conditions lead to hair loss or some type of skin rash. Many scalp conditions are hereditary. Malnutrition or infection can also cause scalp conditions. The treatment and your outlook depend on the condition causing the scalp problems.