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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => How To Protect Your Bald Head => Topic started by: Therewolf on May 29, 2012, 07:11:53 AM

Title: Too late, too stupid, but need advice
Post by: Therewolf on May 29, 2012, 07:11:53 AM: Over the weekend, I did some yard work and burnt the snot out of my head. I used sunscreen but did not don a hat.

Now, two days later, I have some yellow drainage from several pores on my scalp and toward the back of my head I have veins on either side that have turned red and trail down the back of my head.

Should I be concerned about infection?
Title: Re: Too late, too stupid, but need advice
Post by: Natedawg on May 29, 2012, 08:16:40 AM: I'm no expert, but I believe that deserves a call to your doctor, or a dermatologist. To settle your fears, if nothing else.
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Post by: TheSlyBear on May 29, 2012, 09:07:39 AM: Yup -- with symptoms like that, it's time to let a professional have a look.
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Post by: RoWilJr on May 29, 2012, 09:43:00 AM: Sounds serious...seek medical treatment ASAP
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Post by: tomgallagher on May 29, 2012, 09:46:39 AM: ASAP...do not waste any time. An ER may be a better idea.
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Post by: warhawk on May 29, 2012, 09:38:30 PM: Quote from: Tom Gallagher on May 29, 2012, 09:46:39 AM
ASAP...do not waste any time. An ER may be a better idea.
Ditto on that!!! Please keep us posted and I hope that all is well.

WARHAWK O0
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Post by: Sir Harry on May 30, 2012, 12:29:30 AM: Good luck and get well soon....Lesson learned for next time, and finally, Welcome to SBGs!
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Post by: Baldstu on May 30, 2012, 01:52:25 AM: Medical advice I think
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Post by: Baldstu on May 30, 2012, 01:52:56 AM: Please look afteryourself
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Post by: NESTYdPOGI on May 30, 2012, 02:01:42 AM: Sorry about that man!!! Brother don't waste time, go and see dermatologist as soon as possible... On the lighter side, take what happened as a learning experience.
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Post by: Lynchy on May 30, 2012, 02:14:55 AM: Sorry to hear mate!

I have unfortunatly done this many times on my shoulders, back etc!

If your worried about infection I would get to a GP or Pharmacist ASAP!
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Post by: Mikekoz13 on May 30, 2012, 03:31:32 AM: Hopefully you've already had some medical attention. I hope all is well.
Title: Re: Too late, too stupid, but need advice
Post by: Therewolf on May 31, 2012, 10:46:45 AM: Thanks guys -

Yes, I couldn't get into my doc that day so I went to Urgent Care.

First thing that doctor said was, "Good call." His notes to me: (not a pleasant description)

1. Clear fluid from a sunburn like this is normal seepage from blisters. Yellow fluid is indicative of infection.
2. The red streaks were a dead giveaway for the infection.

Together, they mean seek medical attention. It turns out it was staff infection and he said it was a result of the severe sunburn.

With what he gave me, everything cleared up rather quickly. It's all going to be fine. But... lesson learned.

Thanks again for all the advice.
Title: Re: Re: Too late, too stupid, but need advice
Post by: RoWilJr on May 31, 2012, 11:02:32 AM: Good to hear!!! Was worried once I read about the yellow fluid and red streaks...
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Post by: Natedawg on May 31, 2012, 01:04:11 PM: Glad to hear it was manageable, and that you're doing well, Therewolf! O0
Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
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Post by: antoniom on May 31, 2012, 01:58:26 PM: just what you may need http://www.walmart.com/ip/After-Sun-Aloe-Vera-Soothing-Gel/14122658
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Post by: marty22 on May 31, 2012, 07:12:01 PM: glad to hear you're okay....
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Post by: kalbo on May 31, 2012, 07:24:06 PM: Happy to know you are all better. This is a good learning experience for all of us.
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Post by: warhawk on May 31, 2012, 07:38:25 PM: I'm glad that everything is okay.

WARHAWK O0
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Post by: BaldHDbiker on May 31, 2012, 08:47:32 PM: I'm also glad to hear you got it checked and on the road to recovery. 8)
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Post by: Magoo on June 03, 2012, 11:18:15 AM: Many people don't like to wear hats and just rely on sun screen. As a person who had Melanoma removed from my ear I won't go out in the sun without a wide brim hat.Never thought I would get it but time and exposure takes it's toll." To be forwarned is to be forearmed".
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Post by: gardner179 on June 03, 2012, 02:15:42 PM: glad everything is ok, good luck O0 O0 O0
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Post by: waine on June 05, 2012, 01:02:09 PM: I find myself trying to tan my head as I am battling to digest the overly white head, even after 35 days. (Yes I am counting!)

The winter sun is still fairly strong here in the sub tropical area where I live, so I have been spending brief, careful moments under its powerful UV rays during lunch breaks. But It doesn't seem to be working. Now I am on leave for a few days, so I spend even more time tanning with no SPF. I know its a risk, but its one I am willing to take in an attempt to get my pip the same colour as my face.

Man, my scalp is stil so white, it looks a white greenish colour under the drab office lights. There is nothing like sitting in the balmy sun, body oil on the skin, reading and getting a golden tan, in the middle of winter!!!

Today I got slightly red, hoping to have a bronze pate by the time I return to work next week.

Very risky, but care is the key!
Title: Re: Too late, too stupid, but need advice
Post by: erikwillke on June 19, 2012, 03:30:29 PM: Quote from: Therewolf on May 31, 2012, 10:46:45 AM
With what he gave me, everything cleared up rather quickly. It's all going to be fine. But... lesson learned.

Thanks again for all the advice.

Awesome. Glad to hear it wasn't too traumatic.