Pit bulls are also more likely to kill an adult than a child. In the 3-year period, pit bulls killed more adults (ages 21 and over), 54%, than they did children (ages 11 and younger), 46%. In the 21-54 age group, pit bulls were responsible for 82% (14) of the deaths. The data indicates that pit bulls do not only kill children and senior citizens; they kill men and women in their prime years as well.
Painful sores, blisters, or bumps that develop on the scalp may be caused by: 1  Infection of the hair shafts (folliculitis) or the skin (such as impetigo). 2  An allergic skin reaction (contact dermatitis). 3  Viral infections, such as chickenpox and shingles.  A skin condition, such as acne.
Itching, flaking, or crusting of the scalp may be caused by: 1  Cradle cap, an oily, yellow crusting on a baby's scalp. 2  Dandruff, a shedding of the skin on the scalp that leaves white flakes on the head, neck, and shoulders. 3  Head lice, tiny wingless insects that cause itching and raw patches on the scalp. Head lice are most common in school-age children. Ringworm, a fungal infection of the outer layer of the scalp and in the hair. It usually causes a rash made up of circular patches with raised, red edges that resemble worms.