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I've just had my hair bleached and dyed. 1 hour later i gave noticed a large lump of swelling on my hair line above both my ears. is this normal?

Q: i've just had my hair bleached and dyed. 1 hour later i gave noticed a large lump of swelling on my hair line above both my ears. is this normal?

: I would regard this as an allergic reaction to the dye. If this is the case I would also expect some rash and itching. I recommend taking antihistamines at this time. Notify your physician as needed. Avoid the ingredients in this bleaching and dye products in the future.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

I would regard this as an allergic reaction to the dye. If this is the case I would also expect some rash and itching. I recommend taking antihistamines at this time. Notify your physician as needed. Avoid the ingredients in this bleaching and dye products in the future.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 6/16/2021

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A member asked:

I've just had my hair bleached and dyed. 1 hour later i gave noticed a large lump of swelling on my hair line above both my ears. is this normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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