Has anyone experienced burning scalp after chemical damage (perm)?
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    From the encyclopedia
    Finasteride →

    Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

    Minoxidil →

    An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

    Ketoconazole →

    antifungal with some anti-androgenic benefits, often used as a shampoo

    At a glance
    In this side effect report post, the primary subjects mentioned are
    šŸ’Š Finasteride (oral)
    šŸ’Š Minoxidil (oral)
    • Ketoconazole (shampoo)
    the tone is šŸ˜ž negative with ineffective for affected area results.

    Other terms

    A user experienced burning, itching, and soreness on their scalp after a perm in 2021, despite using oral finasteride, oral minoxidil, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are seeking advice on whether to pursue further medical tests or consult a neurologist for nerve pain.
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