How Can Frey's Syndrome Be Prevented or Treated Following Parotid Surgery?

The user experienced scalp burning and diffuse hair shedding after surgery, with symptoms worsening due to factors like weather changes and stress. They tried minoxidil and finasteride but stopped due to side effects, and found some relief with corticosteroid scalp treatments while correcting vitamin deficiencies.

Oral minoxidil can cause facial bloating, leading to a puffy appearance. Some users report improvement after stopping the medication.

Stopping finasteride may reduce water retention or alter fat distribution, leading to a leaner face. Hormonal changes, like reduced DHT or increased estrogen, could cause these effects.

Quercetin reduced scalp soreness and may help with histamine-related hair loss. The soreness felt like inflamed follicles beneath the scalp surface.

User started using topical spironolactone on scalp and face, experienced fever feeling and sluggishness. Asks if side effects are normal or systemic.

A user experienced facial swelling while taking spironolactone for androgenic alopecia, despite its diuretic properties. They are unsure about increasing the dose due to this side effect.