Really bad dandruff, oozing scabs on scalp
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Hi All,
Since my hyserectomy (2+ years ago) I've had all the usual menopause problems, probably made worse by having the hysterectomy, but that was unavoidable.
My doctor and I are trying to sort out the best thing to do - Due to breast cancer being high in my immediate family and my blood problem, HRT is out of the question. (believe me we've gone down every route)
I'm having sweats - night and day and have a wet scalp most of the time, these have got worse in the last 2 years.
I leave my hair to dry naturally as a hair drier sound starts off my ears playing up (MD)
I've been taking extra vitamins and minerals and supplements and changed my diet, to help, which they all do.
the huge flakes of dandruff on my scalp, sometimes ooze clear liquid, occasionally blood.
I wash my hair about twice a week. I'm disabled and need my partner or other help to do this and I can't cope with doing it more often as I'm drained of energy from coping with my MD, eye problems, sciatica and others. (the list is getting longer by the day. lol)
I've tried every anti dandruff shampoo out there (polytar shampoo helps a bit, but a locally made rosemary, tea tree and cypress shampoo is the best so far and it's all natural ingredients. I can't use anything with added perfume.)
I rinse my hair really well.
I realise that this is not getting to the root of the problem, but suggestions are welcome.
I'm on a healthier diet, which is also helping (don't mention the Valentine's day chocs though!!!!)
I drink plenty of water (for other health reasons) and have my regular body mineral and vitamin checks to make sure I'm not lacking in anything - so far I haven't been.
Oh, and I don't scratch my head, been told not to by hairdresser!
Has anyone had the same problem?
Oh, Also, I have never had dandruff in my life before the menopause.
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Pops_grandma wen06862
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wen06862 Pops_grandma
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Psoriasis has been ruled out (that's what I thought it might be)
I'll try almond oil.
middlemuddle wen06862
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wen06862 middlemuddle
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Yes I tried Alphosyl for about 6 months but the problem got worse and my scalp became itchier - something in it didn't agree with me
wen06862
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I washed my hair every day for a month last summer, with a lot of help from my partner, just to see if it made any difference.
It didn't!
trudy77450 wen06862
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Good luck it helps to know your not the only one and your not going mad xxx
wen06862 trudy77450
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Thanks, will try your suggestions
Thought I was going mad lol
xXx
Tracky wen06862
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wen06862 Tracky
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Thanks
trudy77450 wen06862
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Good luck
kathy46259 wen06862
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wen06862 kathy46259
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The only thing that seems to help me is the rosemary, tea tree and cypress shampoo - when I rinse, my hair squeaks, it's so clean. I've tried every shampoo out there (127+) For as long as each bottle lasted. The ones for dandruff make it worse.
Also, I have a problem with added perfumes in shampoo or other body products, so steer clear of most things out there.
So far I've only lost hair when I scratch a scab off - I'm trying to do what my hairdresser suggested - just touch my scalp with fingertips not nails, but I find myself scratching absentmindedly. (must find some cotton gloves!)
I only use a spray on, leave in conditioner - all natural, just on the ends, no where near the scalp, just so I can get a brush through it.
I don't use any other products (styling etc) I never have, I don't need to.
Yes I've tried apple cider vinegar and my scalp flared up badly.
For the past month, until last week, I've had no hot sweats, and my scalp was a lot better. now the sweats are back, my scalp is wet through and the dandruff / scabs are back.
If I was able to, I would wash my hair every day, but due to disability, I can't, even if i had help.
xXx
BeeMee wen06862
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How are you? How is your scalp issue? I have been suffering from a similar issue. I changed the water. I found that it was hard water that was causing the trouble. Why dont you try it? I use a 20Litre drinking water container to wash my hair. Let me know if you feel any difference?
Best regards
wen06862 BeeMee
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Hi,
We have soft water anyway, as shampoo, soap, washing liquid etc lathers easily
Just seen specialist at hospital last week - shocked at the news - got my microscope out when I got home - it's a living, scalp burrowing creature (explains the pain & irritation) It's soooo tiny. (much smaller than head lice etc) probably "caught" while I was in hospital.
I've had to have hair cut short - usually do this time of year anyway - I'm using prescription liquid on scalp twice a day (to drown the little bu**ers)
It should be cleared up by the time I go back in a month.
Gtasafan22 wen06862
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Don't know what this is coming from my scalp wound