Depressed

Well, I cut all my hair off really low and it looks kinda cute....LOL.  I decided to do that so, I can wash my hair and treat my scalp everyday. Also, to put the medicated given to me by the Doctor. It's all good so far and I am not depressed at all now.  Thanks Again and I will keep you ladies posted on the progress.....

 

 

You said you got the kinky twist a few months a go and had a allergic reaction and it's still coming out.  I would think by now it wouldn't be.  Have you tried any strengthening/protein/deep conditioners?  I'm sorry you had this experience and hope everything gets better.  I, however, don't think you should cut your hair off(I hate when a beautician act like that's the only choice you have when you've got bad breakage).  I think you should let this take it's course and see what your hair looks like then until then keep nuturing your hair back to it's health.

Hi Ginuolove,

I am sorry to hear about your hair. But, I do agree that a doctor may be the best person for you. We can give advice on how to care for your hair after your allergic reaction has healed. However, having such an episode brings it into the realm of a medical issue. I would see a dermatologist about your allergy and go from there. Make sure not to neglect the hair you have in the process but take care of your scalp with the help of a professional. I know a problem like this can really take a hit at your emotions, but hang in there. The good thing is you know what possibly caused it and you can go from there. Remaining happy instead of stressed will do wonders for you too. Our state of mind has a way of depleting or healing ourselves. Your hair will grow back, but remain diligent and active in other activities you love. Before you know it, you'll have a head of beautiful thick hair!!

 

Ginoulove- have you seen a doctor about this problem? I rather you ask a doctor about what is the best thing for you to do. We can assist you with the condition of your hair but as you mentioned previously, "it's coming out from the roots" and you recently had a bad reaction to synthetic hair... you should first go back to the doctor. Ask your doctor if your hair follicles are still active in those particular areas.  We are here to support and assist you. Since we do not have the information of your scalp or can not diagnosie it, please see your doctor/dermatologists.

This thread tends to lean towards cutting it all off, and I must say that I disagree.  I leave it up to you and I don't want to pressure you either way, but I hope you will give it much thought before you make  any hasty decisions. Contrary to popular belief, hair is very resilient and can and will repair itself, especially when there is trauma to the scalp (i.e. your allergies to synthetic hair).  Be patient, remain prayerful, don't worry, dont stress and please dont be depressed because it WILL grow back. I know its easier said than done but worrying will only make it worse, and again I PROMISE that your hair will repair itself.  Take it from someone whos had plugs of her hair burned out several times and in several spots, bald spots from hair being pulled out of her scalp, and such a severe case of dandruff that prevented her hair from growing.  Just continue your use of topical creme, vitamins, and be extra gentle with your hair- scalp massages work wonders as well.  The thinning spots will grow back faster than you think

My hair is all one length but, it is coming out from the roots.  So, if I cut it all off I will be completely bald after all my hair falls out...  You just don't know how depressing this is..  I was told to let it take its course and then it will grow back but, taking its course is getting me down.  I just wish it would just stop but my hair is just thinning out...  But, thanks for the advise

If you go really short you won't have bald spots.  Hey you are chatting with someone that has taken clippers to long hair went boyish short and natural and loved it.  Now I want my hair long so I am in a different phase but listen.  Going natural and starting from the begining with a short cut is so liberating.  It's such a great feeling to wake up in the morning and not worry about your hair.  Hop in the shower and let the water just go.  I would consider chopping it all off.  Yes you will get some negative reactions but so what!  I just told people that I liked it and it looked good to me and kept steppin'

 

Hi I'm so sorry to hear about what happen to you.  I am new to the board so I may not be the best person to give you advice.  What are you doing with it now are you still styling it?  My advice would be to leave it alone for a while.  Where leave in conditioner and where it in a pony tail.  If you can deal with it cut it off and go natural but that is a big step.  I have done that before as well cut all my hair off and gone natural but you have to really want to do it.  Don't get depressed I know it's hard just try to find the best solutions to your hair problem.  Also there are some really nice wigs you can buy to give your hair a break without the damage of putting in a weave. 

 

Tetbelle