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Will I go bald If I keep scratching the sores on my head? (NSFW)

Asked by RedDeerGuy1 (24882points) February 12th, 2018

I’ve had itchy sores on my scalp ever since I was 12. I scratch them every day every hour. It feels good and I can’t stop.

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zenvelo's avatar

Scratching your scalp where it itches won’t make you go bald.

But having itchy sores on your scalp for 28 years means you have a dermatological problem of the sort that can make hair fall out, and my damage your follicles.

Go to a dermatologist and get it checked. They can recommend a shampoo that will clear up your condition in a couple weeks.

RedDeerGuy1's avatar

@zenvelo Thanks the pharmacist suggested Selsun Blue. I bought it and will use tonight.

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Edit I used now used a third of a bottle. 100/300 ml

zenvelo's avatar

@RedDeerGuy1 You only need to use 1 or 2 teaspoonfuls (5 to 10 ml) to a lather, rinse, repeat. so at most use 20 ml per day.

Using more will not do you any good. It’s just wasting money, literally down the drain.

RedDeerGuy1's avatar

@zenvelo Sure I will cut back my future shampoo usage . I haven’t scratched yet since I showered with the shampoo.

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stanleybmanly's avatar

Whatever you use, RINSE YOUR HEAD THOROUGHLY. 28 years??? Are the sores the result of all the scratching?

KNOWITALL's avatar

Sounds terrible! Is it psoriasis or what?

RedDeerGuy1's avatar

Update: Doctor said that it might be allergies. I am using generic Benadryl in pill form. It helped. Thanks everyone.

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RedDeerGuy1's avatar

Update generic Benadryl helps temporarily, but I don’t want to get into the habit of taking more pills. I will use it when I need to have a clear scalp, Like when taking a photo, or getting a haircut.

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