Itchy Scalp - Bleeding. To be checked?

I’ve been experiencing an itchy scalp that tends to worsen during the summer months. Recently, I went about a week without washing my hair, which seems to have aggravated the condition. The itchiness has caused some light bleeding from scratching. Along with this, I’ve noticed slight flakiness across my scalp and a significant increase in hair fall. This isn’t entirely new for me, as I’ve dealt with similar issues in the past, but it feels more pronounced right now. My current lifestyle hasn’t been ideal. I’ve been under a fair amount of stress, and my routine, including sleep and nutrition, hasn’t been very balanced. I suspect these factors might be contributing to the severity of the symptoms. Overall, the combination of itchiness, flakes, and hair fall is concerning and uncomfortable, especially as it seems to flare up seasonally. What are the best ways to soothe the scalp or is this a skin condition that needs to be checked?