Question 1

i have long thick hair i get ingrown hair on my scalp all the time i have used many shampoos nothing works i have to tweeze them out. help!

Accepted Answer

Two suggestions: 1. Consult a Dermatologist who will evaluate your posblem
2. Find a Beautician/Cosmetologist  (the Dermatologist may have some recommendations)
in the meantime...do not wear anything on your head (hats are a no no!
Hope this helps
Happy New Year
Dr Z

Question 2

ingrown hairs on my scalp is causing severe itching some swelling under the scalp..

Accepted Answer

Pseudofolliculitis: Pseudofolliculitis barbae is also known as barbers's itch.  What you describe here may or may not be consistent with this pseudofolliculitis.  It usually occurs where curly hairs are plucked or shaven.  These hairs then grow beneath the skin.  This most often occurs on the chin or neck.  The best prevention is to grow a beard or let the affected hair grow out.  One can also pluck the hair out.

Question 3

i have sore on back of scalp that i think started as ingrown hair. i picked at it and now its swollen an very sore. what can help it. thanks?

Accepted Answer

Warm soaks: Apply warm-water soaks 2-3 times a day, and it should resolve if you don't pick at it any more. If it doesn't, you'll have to see your doctor or a dermatologist to have it drained, and if necessary, get a prescription for an antibiotic. And let that be a lesson! as i tell my patients all the time, your skin is not on strike, you don't have to pick it. (get it? :-)).

Question 4

why is it that i keep getting ingrown hairs?

Accepted Answer

Ingrown hairs: If you shave, wax or tweeze a hair – it may grow back into the skin (especially if curly.)

Question 5

how can i prevent ingrown hairs?

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Don't shave: Stop shaving or plucking to avoid getting ingrown hairs.  If you want to remove hair get laser treatments.

Question 6

how can i get rid of ingrown hairs ?

Accepted Answer

Ingrown hair: If you have ingrown hairs try not to wax, shave or pluck hairs until healed.  This can often heal without treatment. Your physician can prescribe medication to clear dead skin cells  (retinoids). Steroids may be used for significant inflammation &amp; antibiotics may be considered if the area has become infected.

Question 7

i keep getting ingrown hair folicle ?

Accepted Answer

Ingrown hairs: If you have ingrown hairs try not to wax, shave or pluck hairs until healed.  This can often heal without treatment. Your physician can prescribe medication to clear dead skin cells  (retinoids). Steroids may be used for significant inflammation &amp; antibiotics may be considered if the area has become infected.

Question 8

should i get my ingrown hair drained?

Accepted Answer

If it is oozing: If you have an abscess get the hair pulled and drain the pus.  Your doctor will perform an incision and drainage (i and d) if need be.  You may be infected and drainage with antibiotics.  See your doctor.

Question 9

ingrown hairs in pubic itch, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

See derm: and consider laser hair removal to destroy the hair follicles.  Topicals can help but see your dermatologist to make sure this is not an infectious process

Question 10

how can i prevent ingrown hairs from shaving?

Accepted Answer

Avoid closest shave: Before shaving wash face with warm soap and water. Rinse off and then apply shving gel. Avoid trying to get the closest shave in the world since this increases the risk of ingrown hairs. If you only get ingrown hairs on your neck, and the  hair is dark, you could consider laser hair removal.

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I have long thick hair i get ingrown hair on my scalp all the time i have used many shampoos nothing works i have to tweeze them out. help!

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Ingrown hairs on my scalp is causing severe itching some swelling under the scalp..

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I have sore on back of scalp that i think started as ingrown hair. i picked at it and now its swollen an very sore. what can help it. thanks?

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Why is it that i keep getting ingrown hairs?

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How can i prevent ingrown hairs?

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How can i get rid of ingrown hairs ?

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I keep getting ingrown hair folicle ?

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