I recentley got my hair highlighted(monday) todays wednesday. A couple of years ago I developed anaphalaxis and had to carry around an EpiPen.. well.. I still take allergy medicine for my sinuses and to control my allergys.. but I have'nt had a reaction in years. I had my hair highlighted about 4 months ago.. And I went to get some brown in it, today at school my neck started feeling funny, and when I felt it, it was bumpy and odd feeling.. It looks and feels like a rash. Could it be from the hair coloring? Am I in danger? Help please
2007-01-10 13:58:38 · 9 answers · asked by Anita Um 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Allergies
recentley got my hair highlighted(monday) todays wednesday. A couple of years ago I developed anaphalaxis and had to carry around an EpiPen.. well.. I still take allergy medicine for my sinuses and to control my allergys.. but I have'nt had a reaction in years. I had my hair highlighted about 4 months ago.. And I went to get some brown in it, today at school my neck started feeling funny, and when I felt it, it was bumpy and odd feeling.. It looks and feels like a rash. Could it be from the hair coloring? Am I in danger? Help please
ETA: My eyes have been feeling funny also.. I am a very anxious person when it comes to this topic.. so anyways, I could'nt go blind or anything from it could I ?
2007-01-10 14:07:14 · update #1
It has been 2 days scince I got it colored.. I told her not to use the dye.. just to highlight it.. but she accidentally dropped some on my scalp..
Serisously I am very worried, because I donn't want to go blind or fall out in a epilepsy attack(I am slightly hypochondriac) am I going to be alright?
2007-01-10 14:09:47 · update #2
You went today to get some brown in it? or 4 months ago?
okay.... I would not worry that it would become worse as it usually is an immediate reaction that will push you into a serious attack. I would, however wash your hair with your normal shampoo (your body is already used to it) and be sure to rinse it well at least twice a day. More than likely its a topical reaction that isn't life threatening. If you feel worse, more symptoms present, I would call your doctor and have him/her check it out.
Most of all just relax as stress is a trigger for attacks as well.
Be sure to use your normal allergy med.. (Benadryl, Claritin Sudafed, etc...)
(don't go to that woman again if she wasn't listening to you say you have allergic reactions...)
Best of Luck!
2007-01-10 14:02:38 · answer #1 · answered by thebe_gl 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If you were going to have a bad reaction, you would have done it prior to today. Having said that, you may be having a slight reaction to the chemicals used in highlighting hair. I would suggest that you wash your hair well, wash your neck well and put some hydrocortisone cream on it. It might not hurt to take a antihistamine (Benadryl, Claritin, Alavert) as well to stop any reaction in progress. Make sure you tell your hair stylist about the reaction the next time you see her and she can take steps to protect your skin.
2007-01-10 14:10:17 · answer #2 · answered by ? 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be a reaction to the dye. Think about Calamine lotion/Benadryl if you are able to take either. Put some cool compresses on it for a bit, then if gets worse instead of better, get help.And, keep your hair up.
2007-01-10 14:06:33 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah sure. for me some "benadryl" takes down swelling.
I am allergic to peanuts.... i get hives on contact. When the reaction isn't so bad that i need an EpiPen, I use benadryl.
2007-01-10 14:02:49 · answer #4 · answered by emilymarie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be an allergic reaction but nothing that will effect you seriously enough for you to use your Epi-pen.
You also could be having a reaction to your shampoo, conditioner, or even your soap.
2007-01-10 14:04:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am no expert but I would suggest meeting with your docter at the earliest convience. Best of luck,
Me
2007-01-11 04:41:18 · answer #6 · answered by Me 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes it is from the hair highlight, you should use your allergy medicine. right a way, it it doesn,t work go to the walk in clince
2007-01-10 14:05:22 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋
it maybe from soap powder or even jewellery
2007-01-10 14:07:59 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it can be from the color, please see a doctor!
2007-01-10 14:06:31 · answer #9 · answered by kherome 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋