Question:
Flaky scalp?

I've never had dandruff, but I am 2 months post op and have terrible flaky scalp. It itches sometimes, not too badly, it's the embarrassing never-ending flakes that are annoying. Anyone else have this? What's the solution? Thanks!    — Ava L. (posted on January 20, 2006)

January 20, 2006
Have you used any dandruff shampoo? Are we even allowed too? I do think that it is okay to use. I like Selsun Blue or Nutragena
   — Vanessa C.

January 20, 2006
I have also had this really bad and to be honest thought it might be my thyroid out of whack. I'm interested to know what, if anything, you find out!
   — newslady72712

January 20, 2006
It could be dandruff or psoriasis. Neutrogena T-gel or the generic Wal mart brand works wonderful and yes you can use it after surgery. 3 weeks prior to surgery I started breaking out with some weird skin issues. The surgeon told me to get it under control before he would operate. As it turned out it was psoriasis that only comes to the surface when my body is completely stressed out. At almost 10 months post op I can honestly say the psoriasis has been gone for about 5 months. Initially your body is under major undue stress and hormones are going nuts, so don't get worried use the shampoos if it's really bad go to a dermatologist and let him prescribe a treatment. Good luck with your journey. Denise
   — dlryanoates

January 20, 2006
I too have been suffering with very dry scalp and dry skin...all the changes that are going on are rough on the delicate balances in our bodies, one suggestion is water water water...make sure you are getting plenty of fluids, and the reduction in fat in our diets also has an effect...I bought a conditioner with tea tree oil, it has helped greatly, I also use Head and shoulders for dry scalp....still I get some itching and flaking, but it has helped quite a bit..I have had many friend that had surgery and all went thru this time....2 of them are over their year mark and the dryness has subsided. If it does get worse, or the itching intense speak to your dcotor and let them have a look...can't hurt. Good luck to you, I am now 1 month post -op and am still amazed at how each day brings new things, and looser clothes.... ALLY
   — allyson1211

January 21, 2006
hey... i've always had oily hair, i washed my hair everyday, if not twice sometimes... but the last 3 weeks its been dry and itchy and i've been getting dandruff too...so i tried a home remedy which honestly helped... i used mayo, egg whites, and olive oil.. beat it together and put it in your hair, then wrap your head (not your face too :) ) in plastic wrap... it does smell, i'm not gonna lie, but whe you wash it out use shampoo and conditioner... my friend who's a swimmer does it b/c the chlorine dries her hair out.. hope that helped a little
   — ClaireMarie

January 22, 2006
Are you eating your protein? Try Selsun Blue Shampoo and Conditioner.
   — the7thdean

January 22, 2006
Are you drinking your water?
   — Novashannon