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.
Chemical peels and surgical dermabrasion are the best approaches to rejuvenating the scalp.Some scalp wrinkles however are the result of a genetic disorder, cutis laxa, which has no cure. May 27th, 2009.
Hair loss is usually caused by problems with the natural hair cycle, but it may also be linked to your scalp health. One trigger is scalp ringworm, a fungal infection usually passed on by towels, brushes or sheets, which can cause scaly, bald patches. Your GP will treat it with oral medication and a medicated shampoo.