If you’ve seen “HT7” mentioned in connection with your child’s hair, it’s important to clarify that this term isn’t related to scalp or hair health. HT7 refers to an acupuncture point called Shenmen, or “Spirit Gate,” used in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to address emotional issues such as anxiety, insomnia, and restlessness. Located on the wrist at the crease on the pinky side, stimulating HT7 may help calm the mind and improve sleep—but it has no connection to hair or scalp conditions.

If your child is experiencing unusual symptoms on their scalp, it’s likely due to common conditions such as cradle cap (seborrheic dermatitis), which is often seen in infants as yellow or brown greasy scales on the scalp and usually resolves with gentle washing and soft brushing. Older children may experience dandruff, which causes white flakes and itching and can result from dry skin, sensitivity to hair products, or fungal overgrowth, often managed with medicated shampoos. Folliculitis, an inflammation of hair follicles appearing as red bumps or pustules, may also occur, sometimes causing itching, and can be prevented with gentle hair care and avoiding tight hairstyles.

Other possible scalp issues include eczema (atopic dermatitis), which causes dry, itchy, inflamed patches and may require moisturizers or medicated shampoos, and tinea capitis (scalp ringworm), a contagious fungal infection causing hair loss, scaling, or black dots that requires prescription antifungals. Consulting a pediatrician or dermatologist is crucial for accurate diagnosis and safe treatment. While HT7 is beneficial for emotional health, scalp concerns require professional medical attention to ensure your child’s hair and scalp remain healthy.