Question 1

have had increasingly itching, burning skin after shower. i use no dyes, additives. now it's itching when i get upset! had shingles 6months ago. help!

Accepted Answer

Aquagenic Pruritus: Aquagenic pruritus is a condition in which contact with water of any temperature causes intense itching without any visible skin changes. The episodes can begin anywhere from 1 to 15 minutes (or more) after contact with water and typically lasts 10 to 120 minutes (average: 40 minutes). The cause of aquagenic pruritus is unknown; however, familial cases have been described. Try antihistamines.

Question 2

itchy scalp&skin from hair dye.no visible reaction.can it get worse/serious?chlorpheniramine (antihistamine) tablets available here.safe to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes: As I mentioned earlier, as long as you will not be driving or engaging in other complex or dangerous activity, it is okay to take antihistamine medication.

Question 3

do they inject you with a dye when you get a head ct scan?

Accepted Answer

It depends: What your doctor is looking for.  Most head ct scans are done without dye.

Question 4

i've had two cat scans of my head and i get my hair dyed black often i'm scared of cancer risk from these things ?

Accepted Answer

No significant risk: Moderation in every thing you do to your body is the key to a healthy lifestyle. There is no significant risk in occasional x-ray or use of skin/hair dyes as long as the dyes are properly labeled and you read the label carefully

Question 5

what could be the cause of a head swell? did hair dye before this happen. could this be the cause?

Accepted Answer

: Your questions is not clear. Do you feel that your head is swollen? Did you measure the circumference of the head and it has increased? If you measured it, how much did it increase? Do you have any other symptoms? If the issue is still a concern, it would be prudent to see a doctor as it would require an in-person evaluation.
Wish you good health!

Question 6

iam having head heaviness right now.. i had my hair dye last friday and was told not to wash it for three days..  yesrterday was the 3rd day and when ?

Accepted Answer

Headache: May or may  not be related:

Here is some general information on headaches.
For specific advice and diagnosis please see a doctor licensed in your area.

https://patient.info/health/migraine-leaflet

Question 7

how can i remove hair dye from skin?

Accepted Answer

Removing hair dye: from skin. You can purchase a haircolor stain remover from a beauty supply store. Or apply cigar or cigarette ash to a moist washcloth and gently rub it over the stained skin. Or you can use Hydrogen Peroxide (2% by volume) to lighten the stain.

Question 8

hi, going for a mri by injection (dye) for my head. is this procedure safe & painless.

Accepted Answer

Define safe, painles: The MRI is generally safe and does not cause problems unless you have claustrophobia. The problems is the contrast (dye) which requires an IV site - &amp; hence a needle venipuncture. The dyes used varies at different places, but (high-osmolar) contrast dyes with Gadolinium have been known to cause nephrogenic systemic fibrosis. Ask the doctor ordering the MRI if dye HAS to be used, &amp; for alternatives

Question 9

i have been having sharp pains in head.  had scan and dye test done and nothing there.  is it nerves?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Clearly you are very nervous. You said that they scanned your head and there was nothing there. What is that telling you?! Get a grip on yourself. Talk to your doc.

Question 10

i used a little bit of hair dye and now half my head is swollen. it's been three days already.how long before it subsides?

Accepted Answer

Allergy to dye: You have developed a contact allergy to the hair dye, you need to see a doctor to prescribe to you medications to calm the inflammation down. Don't neglect this, you may lose hair if untreated.

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Have had increasingly itching, burning skin after shower. i use no dyes, additives. now it's itching when i get upset! had shingles 6months ago. help!

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Itchy scalp&skin from hair dye.no visible reaction.can it get worse/serious?chlorpheniramine (antihistamine) tablets available here.safe to use?

A member asked:

Do they inject you with a dye when you get a head ct scan?

A member asked:

I've had two cat scans of my head and i get my hair dyed black often i'm scared of cancer risk from these things ?

A member asked:

What could be the cause of a head swell? did hair dye before this happen. could this be the cause?

A member asked:

Iam having head heaviness right now.. i had my hair dye last friday and was told not to wash it for three days.. yesrterday was the 3rd day and when ?

A member asked:

How can i remove hair dye from skin?

A member asked:

Hi, going for a mri by injection (dye) for my head. is this procedure safe & painless.

A member asked:

I have been having sharp pains in head. had scan and dye test done and nothing there. is it nerves?

A member asked:

I used a little bit of hair dye and now half my head is swollen. it's been three days already.how long before it subsides?

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