Trichodynia, often called scalp dysesthesia, is a condition marked by discomfort or pain in the scalp. “Tricho-” is related to your hair, whereas “-dynia” refers to a specific painful or unhappy area ...

Many factors can cause paresthesia — a tingling, prickling, or pins-and-needles sensation — on the scalp, including anxiety, problems with the nerves, and skin conditions such as psoriasis or eczema.