Sly Bald Guys Forum
Discussions About Being Bald => To be or not be...Bald => Topic started by: Bilko1 on September 24, 2012, 09:40:17 AM
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Hi, guys!
Hope you can give some good counsel.
My son (he is 21) has really thick, longish hair (collar length) & has suffered for the last 3 years with itchy scalp, dandruff & scalp & facial cirrohisis (think that's how it is spelled!). Although, his face has improved with the use of medical moisturisers his scalp issue hasn't. He attended a dermatologist today & was told that his scalp scaling/crusting was caused by a yeast infection which can be almost eliminated by having his hair shaved off or having a really short haircut & using a topical shampoo.
He is a bit scared of having his head shaved as he thinks people will think he has become a skinhead. I told him that he would look fine & would get used to the look, even liking, it. He's not too sure, however he does want his scalp & skin condition to improve. Any advice please, guys?
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Sorry to hear about your son's condition. Here's a few thoughts for him:
1) if a short stint as a bald guy helps get rid of a three-year ordeal, by all means, do it.
2) assuming your son is a polite young man, only the most narrow-minded people will think he's become a skinhead. In fact, those who know him will be certain that he's not become a skinhead.
3) a lot of young guys sport the sly look now - guys from all races and walks of life, so it's not a cult thing. He'll look good and fit right in with "normal" society.
4) he'll be surprised at how quickly hair grows, so once his skin problems have healed, he'll have no problem returning to his current look if he wants to.
5) he'll be surprised at how good being sly looks and feels. He might like enough to stay BBC!
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Can't offer anything better than what npsbg offered. It's good advice. I hope that he's able to get relief!
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I agree with what the other guys have said. Try looking at photos of movie/music stars who have buzzed down their hair to show him that it is quite a popular look at the moment.
It will grow back and there is nothing that is saying he has to go SLY. Going shorter bit by bit might help as well.
Hope this helps?
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Our very own SCHRO had a similar scalp condition and once he shaved his head... POOF!... gone.
PM SCHRO if you want more info.
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Hey Bilko, I don't think you could go wrong with suggestions given by, npsbg. He said it all. Best of luck to you and your son.
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I think focussing on the temporary nature is a good idea, as long as he knows it's not permanent it shouldn't feel too bad
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tell him to man up. if he wants to heal, he'll do it.
set him an example - you.
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With all the bald role models out there, including Dad! Wow. Good time to shave bald.
And remind him of all of us BBC guys, young and old. It's really nice.
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Good advice from Mr. Zed...at least try to get him to try a buzz cut.
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With you as a role model chow could he go wrong. And it should help clear the itchy scalp.
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Shaving my head gave me complete relief from seborrheic dermatitis.
Prior to me beginning my life as a bald dude, I slowly began buzzing it shorter & shorter. I also applied diluted apple cider vinegar (50/50 with water) in the evenings. The ACV would significantly reduce the severity of the itching my scalp. However, the diluted vinegar regimen was no longer needed once I started shaving.
Good luck.
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They're are meds out there to treat this but they are $300+ after insurance. If it has been going on this long, my professional opinion as an RN is to go sly.
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They're are meds out there to treat this but they are $300+ after insurance. If it has been going on this long, my professional opinion as an RN is to go sly.
How can anyone ignore such sound medical advice?? O0
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Thanks for all the positive & great replies, guys.
You guys really do rock!
I can report that my son has went and had a short buzz cut & so far he likes it. However, he is still unsure about going sly at the moment. He may go down that route, yet.
Thanks.
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He has the ultimate excuse to hand to those who would wonder, he has a note from his doctor.
And congratulations on being a really great Dad!
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Good job sarge!
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Now might be a good time to remind him how quickly one can revert to a short buzz from a complete shave.
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Glad he made the move! As hotrn said earlier, a closer haircut is much more cheaper than spending $300 on medicines....Good luck and hope he heals!