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Ever since i dyed my hair 3 weeks ago my ears and neck have been itching very severely. i 've taken benadryl, (diphenhydramine) put cortisone cream and etc. so itchy!
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Contact allergy: It is possible that you are having a contact allergy reaction to the hair dye (mostly black dye). You may need a stronger cortisone cream or spray than those available otc. See a doctor to get one. In the meanwhile, use to cortisone cream 4 x daily and try itchx anti-itch spray otc.
Answered 2/27/2014
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