firewatcher Posted January 31, 2010 Report Share Posted January 31, 2010 I have not had a haircut in two years. I had been growing it out for my High School reunion, but now it is just too long for me to handle (it is hard to hold my hands up long enough to dry and style that much hair!) I have also noticed that along with my ever-present headache, I have a spot the size of my palm where my scalp hurts. If I brush it, or move the hair, it is painful. I talked to the place where I usually had my hair cut and they refuse to touch me (something about not being allowed to cut hair if the person has a headache...as soon as I mention the tender spot, they just flat-out refuse.) For those of you who also have scalp tingling/pain, how do you manage a haircut? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
potsgirl Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 I also suffer from frequent headaches and have a sore area on the back of my head, where it hurts if I apply pressure. Some days are worse than others. I never thought to mention it to my stylist, and I've never had any problems, except for a headache (what's new?) when I'm done. I wear my hair long and wavy so I don't have to bother blow-drying it, and I only wash it twice a week. If you can wash your hair, I would think you'd be fine getting a haircut. Most stylists will also cut your hair dry, so you don't need to bother with the wash bowl and all if you don't have the energy for it.I'd give it a try - my neurologist doesn't seem to have an issue with me having pain on the back of my head, and told me not to worry so much. Hope you get that haircut soon and all goes well!Cheers,Jana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rachel Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 Do you have a friend or family member nearby who could cut your hair? If not, maybe there is someone who has a hair cutting business out of their home and would be willing to cut your hair for you. Perhaps they wouldn't have the same rules that a solon does.Rachel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest tearose Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 That is one hard one to figure out...hmmm,could you do as was suggested, and get a hairdresser to go to your home? Then, ask them to wait until you are asleep and cut your hair while you are asleep? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
juliegee Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 That is one hard one to figure out...hmmm,could you do as was suggested, and get a hairdresser to go to your home? Then, ask them to wait until you are asleep and cut your hair while you are asleep?Gosh, I'd hate to see THAT haircut . Sorry you're dealing with so much, Jennifer. No advice- just hugs!Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken870 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 jennifer i have had the same sore spot on the back of my head like you have now for thelast seven years and all the docs tell me is that is either lesions or i have had the sore spot on my head all my life. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfie Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 I get sore areas on my scalp for no apparent reason as well- just like having semi-long hair hanging there hurts in that particular area. This may not be true for you but I actually like going to the hair dresser with a sore scalp. I have baby fine hair so hairdressers are usually very gentle with it-- just like cutting kids' hair. Generally I have found all the gentle touching over-stimulates my scalp and makes it feel all tingly and that overrides the pain signals soon into the appointment. Maybe the headache policy is based on liability? That is a weird one! Perhaps you should go to someone that cuts a lot of kids' hair-- not that you want to look like a kid, but most stylists that also cut munchkin hair are gentler-- in my experience. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken870 Posted February 1, 2010 Report Share Posted February 1, 2010 i was wondering do you think the sore places on our scalp could be from the lack of blood flow to the brain when we stand and the blood pools in the stomach ,feet,and legs also keep me in your prayers as i am soon going to minnesotas mayo clinic to see if they can help treat my pots. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EarthMother Posted February 3, 2010 Report Share Posted February 3, 2010 Hey Firewatcher!What's the problem? You got two young boys ... give them some saftey scissors and let them go to town!! I'm fond of the Pema Chodron look myself. Just can't talk my husband into letting me buzz mine all off.Hugs to you sweetie ... if I was there i'd do it ina heart beat for you. I've cut my kids and husband's hair for years.~EM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
janiedelite Posted February 3, 2010 Report Share Posted February 3, 2010 Just can't talk my husband into letting me buzz mine all off.Oh my scalp burns so much some times, I'd just love to be bald! Alas, hubby prefers me with hair, too!Firewatcher, I'm sorry I don't have much of a suggestion. I've grown my hair out since POTS hit me as well. I just get the ends trimmed and keep it shoulder-length now. Much longer and the weight of it makes my head hurt. Much shorter and I can't put it in a braid, which keeps it off of the sensitive skin on the back of my neck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
potsgirl Posted February 4, 2010 Report Share Posted February 4, 2010 Ken,You're in my prayers as you go to Mayo Rochester. They're good people, and they'll take great care of you. Let us know how it goes.Cheers,Jana Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yogini Posted February 6, 2010 Report Share Posted February 6, 2010 I googled this in part b/c I have had this in the past. Here is what i found - it's part of a migraine.http://headaches.about.com/od/asktheclinic...f/122804_1f.htmIf you can, seize the day when you don't have a headache and run to the salon...or take some painkillers ahead of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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