But then it smells like perfume and cheese, so it doesn't really mask the smell. They’re formulated to help create good bacteria colonies that fight yeast overgrowths. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the Hypothyroidism community. Could you do a small patch test of Monistat on your scalp? I had no clue what it meant but my doctor explained it to me and I felt such a relief to know that it wasn't just the stress of college that was bringing me down. [–]Cantuchangeurhandle 227 points228 points229 points 1 year ago (2 children). I don't know what else it could be. Courtesy of brand. 8/15. According to the people who have commented on our blog, the olfactory character of the smell varies from person to person. The bad smell is not that obvious when the hair is just newly washed, but throughout the day the pungent smell increases. What shampoo is good for a smelly scalp? Smelly hair syndrome is the main reason for this condition. Of course I get the occasional itch, but the smell is gone. [–]bebookish 21 points22 points23 points 1 year ago (0 children). NEXT! I'm on the canadian public insurance plan. Buy a shampoo that contains tea tree oil, this is the easiest method, but YMMV as some shampoos have more tea tree oil than others. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Yeah, I think I'll do that. Come to find out, they needed to draw more blood because my thyroid test came back as 11.32 when the range is between .40-4.50. I think you should try neutrogena T gel. I don't know how else to explain it. Between the smell and the scalp sensitivity it sounds like a scalp biome/flora imbalance that has let to an overgrowth of fungus aka a fungal infection. Causes of Smelly Hair in Children. [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 8 points9 points10 points 1 year ago (0 children). I got a second opinion from another doctor. Include details about your routine, such as washing and styling method, sources of hair stress, products used, and any special restrictions. I have searched endlessly on the internet and I have come up with basically nothing! I would shampoo and the smell would come back within hours! Remedies for Smelly Hair Syndrome An unpleasant odor from the hair and scalp it can be caused by a condition called Smelly Hair Syndrome or Seborrheic Dermatitis. Oily hair is more prone to this condition because it picks up environmental pollutants and strong smells more readily. Women, men, children, and adults are affected even with any type of hair length. So the only other symptom I can think of was that I became just a greasy person in general after getting off BC (didn't realize how helpful it was at regulating hormones). https://stronghair.org/scalp/smelly-scalp-or-odor-causes-remedies-treatments Now I alternate between Neutrogena clarifying shampoo, a tea tree oil one or Sebcur. Right away I was put on 25mcg of synthroid and told to come back for a follow up in 3months. Hi! Also, get a new doctor. Could help me out from sweating from my scalp at least. Tea tree oil help kill off some of the fungus in the mean time which will help with the imbalance of fungal flora on your scalp. Also you need a conditioner to blow dry. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005JBM2TM/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=AQT18OUQ0NDU8&psc=1, [–][deleted] -1 points0 points1 point 1 year ago (0 children), Get a shorter haircut and vigorously shampoo your hair with a strong shampoo like Nizoral! Short hair looks awful on me. use the following search parameters to narrow your results: This subreddit aims to provide resources for achieving better hair quality through scientific research in trichology, physiology, chemistry, and biology. Yes, I've tried putting perfume on my hands and just rubbing it in my head. Do you think that's worth giving a shot for a week or two? There could be many reasons like stress or hormonal imbalance behind smelly hair. 3. I found something on smelly hair syndrome and is done all of those things. It could even be due to smelly hair syndrome. After you get out of the shower, blow dry your hair right away, hot or cool doesn't matter, you want to get your hair on your scalp at least fully dry. It can be a really slow and long process to getting the flora your scalp rebalanced but it is definitely attainable, stick with the prescribed shampoo, that is going to be your biggest help. Posts/comments that advertise a specific product without any scientific discussion are considered spam and will be removed. The body doesn't tend to stink, with the exception of the underarms and pubic area, which is typically a mixture of the sweat smell and bacteria/yeast. Onion Juice. [–][deleted] 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children), https://gyazo.com/72a9dfb33f1121dd5b9ef73c602b06da?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app Now comes a story in which he sniffed a democrat candidateâs hair and then planted a big unwanted kiss on her head. Some female-specific probiotics could help also if it’s yeast. The dermatologist didn't find anything in my scalp but gave me a topical solution anyway. I am sure that your hypothyroidism has something to do with it because your thyroid controls everything. Sorry that this is happening. I know it will take time. But I would really appreciate any input or thoughts or any of y'alls personal experiences! But now that I do it more often, the hair follicles on my scalp feel tender and sensitive. [–]LBisme 13 points14 points15 points 1 year ago (0 children). [–]SnowCatz 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (0 children). This problem is so embarrassing. It seems like it started to smell badly around October/November of last year. Providing a close-up, naturally-lit photo can help us deduce what advice you need. I quit smoking through vaping a few years ago and I learned that a lot of the e-juices on the market contain artificial sweetners. But ugh. © 2020 reddit inc. All rights reserved. Then when I go to the salon after my highlights my colorist puts toner on my head. [–][deleted] -3 points-2 points-1 points 1 year ago (1 child). But I'll make sure to bring this up with my doctor next time I go...if he takes me seriously, lol. With these test results my doctor immediately raised my dose to 75mcg of synthroid and surprisingly enough my scalp stopped smelling. All information links must be to primary research, or to sites that cite their sources. Maple Holistics Degrease Shampoo. Are you sure you don’t have any other condition? $20.97. Any chance you've changed your diet significantly? Shampoos that contain a lot of sulfur can help with a smelly scalp and hair. If a doctor refuses to do something you ask, you can request that his refusal be put in the medical notes. Now, I went to go see my doctor about it and he wouldn't give me a referral to a dermatologist because he didn't see any inflammation or anything suspicious on my scalp. I tried the neutrogena clarifying shampoo and honestly thought it was gonna do the trick because I felt so clean after washing but it started to smell again after 2 days. You will also be subject to slightly stronger moderation, in accordance with rule 4. International Journal of Trichology Archive, Chemical and Physical Behavior of Human Hair by Clarence R. Robbins. Get a second opinion from a doctor who won't minimize your concerns. I did read a thread recently where girls were talking about braiding their hair while it was damp and the hair getting smelly because it never dried properly. Good luck on your upcoming blood work though! Next few showers: my hair felt softer, but the smell was still there. [+]it-smells-like-fish comment score below threshold-7 points-6 points-5 points 1 year ago (3 children), [–]FortniteIsCancerBot -1 points0 points1 point 1 year ago (2 children), FTFY If your hair smells like âwet dogâ itâs probably bacteria inside the hair shaft (since this is the reason dogs smell like that). Me too. People with oily hair are more prone to this condition. I've actually been thinking about this for a few days - because it intrigued me. After reading all this, I’m pretty sure it’s fungal. Of course, the most obvious explanation is lazy hygiene. I eat take out once a week and meal prep every single thing. I'm just pretty upset over all of this and I know I haven't been dealing with this for long, but I already am frustrated. I'll order that and do a test and see... [–]tangerines-are-tasty 15 points16 points17 points 1 year ago (0 children). It’s not as bad now so it’s definitely manageable. In Canada, it would be free to see a dermatologist if I get a referral from a doctor first. if they say derm doctor, then you will have to try that. Last resort would be...botox for the scalp for those who suffer from hyperhydrosis. Ahh, I see. It sounds like either a yeast infection or you’re allergic to a component of the shampoos. I mostly kept my weight gain to myself and tried everything I could to slim down, but nothing worked and I blamed the weight gain on the fact that I stopped taking Adderall ( I've been on it since I was 15 and I'm 21 now). It's only been a couple months since I have been on treatment for hypothyroid so I'm still kind of lost as to how this all works. I know for me when my roots grow in my highlighted hair I get itchy scalp. I am currently subclinical hypo but whenever my hypo is acting up my hair reeks!!! If the smell continues after a couple weeks or you have other symptoms such as excess hair or sudden acne, visit your primary care physician or dermatologist. This syndrome manifests itself in one symptom, which is a terrible odor emanating from your scalp. Especially is it is seb dermatitis as others have guessed. Onion, just like garlic, has sulfur which fights bacteria and fungi effectively. Oily hair doesn't necessarily mean a smelly scalp, but overactive oil glands in your scalp can cause a distinctive, sour odor. We welcome anyone who is looking for haircare advice, as well as anyone experienced and knowledgeable in the matter who would like to help others. I have PCOS myself and the greasy hair thing is a common symptom, as is greasy skin, and women with pcos have higher risk/incidence of acne, seborrheic dermatitis, and other similar conditions. If you workout and your scalp gets sweaty in the process, again, dry it with a blower as soon as you can and don't go to bed with wet hair either. Check the webpage to see if your vote registered! Alcohol, onions, and dairy products create a certain unpleasant odor when I eat them. If you workout and your scalp gets sweaty in the process, again, dry it with a blower as soon as you can and don't go to bed with wet hair either. Is your scalp itchy? [–]knm20 11 points12 points13 points 1 year ago (1 child). So I have the EXACT SAME problem as OP, and it’s soooo Effin terrible. I looked into the symptoms and I don't have any of the other ones mentioned, however. Just remember to follow the rules below. My second test came back again and this time it was a 9.72 and the test for TSH Free T4 was .93 which was okay, but my anti-thyroid antibodies were 570 when they should be 34 or less. Nearly 2 weeks ago I got a much short haircut even though people still consider it long and let me tell you I’m so fucking happy and I’m barely using as much shampoo and I’m actually cleaning my hair properly and if I continue using Nizoral for a month or so I’ll probably clear the dandruff+excess sebum which is what triggers the malassezia it self x), [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (3 children), [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (1 child). The doctor didn't seem to think it was necessary to do a blood test to check my hormones either. ⢠Use a mild fragrant sulfate-free shampoo. ⢠Avoid exposing your hair ⦠Be as descriptive as possible about your hair's texture, thickness, density, length, and condition (damaged, oily, dry, etc.). But the whole point of this post is, has anyone else dealt with such an odd symptom?! [–]kaylatastikk 5 points6 points7 points 1 year ago (0 children). I'm starting to think that I produce a lot of body heat and because my hair is so thick, it just traps the sweat and moisture in my scalp and that causes the odor. I honestly thought my diet is not bad. Any big changes in what you are eating? What also sucks is that my scalp is totally healthy, I have no flakes or itchiness and no build up either. It's a hormonal condition and since you mentioned it started after coming off birth control, I immediately thought of that. I'm sure it was a hormonal issue so I took better care of my diet and stress management, started exercising more also. I only spray in the middle/ends of my hair. Same. I use the Eva NYC 10-in-1 thing that's a heat protectant and leave-in conditionner. Hm, sounds like a yeast infection on the scalp. It’s a pain in the ass but maybe you could wash your hair everyday with a mild shampoo something chemical free, [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (5 children). Scalp Odor (like BO) could be the result of not washing ⦠My boyfriend is about a foot taller than me and I just feel so self conscious when he hugs me or anything in fear of him catching a whiff of my disgusting scalp. :(. Researchers havenât pinpointed a cause for smelly hair syndrome, but Romanowski recommends treating it with Dial antibacterial liquid body wash and soaps that contain sulfur. [–]tangerines-are-tasty 47 points48 points49 points 1 year ago (3 children). I would definitely get a second opinion from a doctor who WILL check your blood. Any suggestions? This helps in treating smelly hair and scalp. I found something on smelly hair syndrome and is done all of those things. If not indefinitely. I was pretty scared honestly because I didn't know what to expect! [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 41 points42 points43 points 1 year ago (1 child), [–]Merpie21 23 points24 points25 points 1 year ago (0 children). Many people think that dandruff is a result of a too-dry scalp, which causes them to wash their hair less. It makes my hair feel and smell silky (if you can imagine what silk smells like). After thoroughly washing your hair, apply the gel onto your hair and scalp. That’s the only thing that gives me relief so I have no clue what to advise someone. [–]Mermaidgrrrl -2 points-1 points0 points 1 year ago (1 child). One side of my part grows upward. You have to be a certain age (I am) to remember a ⦠I'll give those shampoos you suggested a try. Devoted to the education, treatment, and healing of all forms of hypothyroidism. It kept infection at bay, but it dried the hell out of my skin. I have waist length hair and only wash twice a week so it does help it smell fresher in summer too. If you make several well-cited comments, we may approach you about getting special flair to distinguish you as a knowledgable hair person. 4. Smelly hair syndrome is the main cause of this stinky condition. Wow, this is very thorough! Smelly hair, as the name suggests, is characterized by an unpleasant odor emanating from the hair and scalp. I’m wondering if maybe I’m not using the nizoral frequently enough. Any ideas how to correct it? I'm getting a haircut to really thin out the hair on my head so it doesn't trap as much heat, especially for the summer. It wasn't until last summer when I started gaining weight uncontrollably is when everything started. My poor boyfriend would constantly catch whiffs of my disgusting scalp and I just felt so embarrassed. It’ll help the wash last longer. Various people have described it akin to âthe stink of a dirty diaperâ, âdirty, wet socksâ, âa jacket thatâs never gone to the cleanersâ and the worst, âyesterdayâs vomitâ. The shampoo worked wonders but suddenly it was on back order at every pharmacy for months. There are many causes. [–]kaylatastikk 3 points4 points5 points 1 year ago (2 children), Blow dry with a heat protectant. Infected patients are presumed to have excessive oil and sweat secretion that worsen the condition. Washing the hair may only do little to ⦠You would probably notice less shedding if you washed it daily rather then every 2-4 days like I am talking overall, [–][deleted] 3 points4 points5 points 1 year ago* (3 children). If they don't think it is the cause, then they need to offer another plan of action. Something called âSmelly Hair Syndromeâ was ⦠I would also go to a dermatologist if you can because that is really strange. I was told I had an under active thyroid and an autoimmune thyroid issue. If your posting history indicates that you are a company or product representative, we will assign you associated flair. You could be suffering from what experts have dubbed Smelly Hair Syndrome (SHS) â a condition which can leave the sufferer both acutely embarrassed and at a loss for either the cause or the cure. REDDIT and the ALIEN Logo are registered trademarks of reddit inc. π Rendered by PID 21194 on r2-app-0f7cb880d2dd372ce at 2020-12-02 11:38:53.513129+00:00 running 31b5616 country code: NL. This was before I cut my hair I remember I washed my scalp so well with Nizoral but the build up was still insane I only gently scratched my scalp in that picture and ended with that... Is there any scientific evidence for cold showers being better for your hair and are there any care products that actually work to reduce frizz? But at least you have a plan of action? I also use some spray with essential oils to help mask the smell. Good luck to anyone going through this! The doctor told me I was at the age that I needed to have yearly blood tests, so I did what needed to be done and had my blood drawn for every test under the sun. The one where they make you wait years to see a specialist if you're not a priority case, lol. Or better, get a referral to an endocrinologist. If not, post a thread. Rinse the hair with cold water. So important for your general health. You can get tea tree oil in a few forms but whatever you do, do NOT applied it undiluted to your skin. I know everyone is focusing on strictly the localized aspect of your head/hair, but the cause could be from a more global (bodily speaking) problem/change. You probably need to use it everyday for at least a week and then taper to using the clarifying once a week and other shampoos at least once ever two days for a while. I'm also due for another blood test soon, so we'll see how that goes! No one is exempted from this embarrassing condition. ⢠Avoid touching or brushing your fingers through your hair frequently. Writers often compete with each other for the most vivid portrayal of symptoms, e.g. Spray the diluted solution directly on our scalp will your scalp is wet, massage it in and let it sit for 5-10min, then get in the shower and wash your hair like normal afterwards. This isn’t a cure, but have you tried using perfume in your hair to cover the smell? You could be suffering from what experts have dubbed Smelly Hair Syndrome (SHS) â a condition which can leave the sufferer both acutely embarrassed ⦠The specific issue goes by a variety of names, although the most common names are smelly scalp syndrome (SSS) and smelly hair syndrome (SHS). BUT IT WASN'T ALWAYS LIKE THIS. Try changing your diet. Keep looking for a better doctor. I'm at a 1.64 and I was honestly feeling really good! It may not seem like a lot of weight gain to y'all but to me it was a large amount especially in such a small amount of time. Make your concerns heard!! I've washe my hair with t-gel shampoo, dial soap, a prescription anti fungal soap, and tea tree shampoo. So, what is your diet like? Target Smelly Bacteria. This bot wants to find the best and worst bots on Reddit. But for me it takes away that awful itch. It leaves the hair clean as well as fresh. It is mainly people with oily scalp who have this problem. Yeast has a cheesy smell and considering op had fungal acne all signs point fungal. Chlorine could possibly help with that, at least it does with some bacterial skin infections, like secondary infections from atopic dermatitis. This is what I was thinking as well until my doctor said he didn't see anything. [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 15 points16 points17 points 1 year ago (1 child). He figured it could be a fungus in my scalp but told me to go to my family doctor because it could be related to my thyroid and she would be better to help me with that since she's been working on it from the start. Three months pass and my test comes back GREAT! Finally, I started to get that under control with a skin care routine, but yeah lots of oil to accompany the smell in my hair. Smelly Scalp (or Hair) Syndrome has one striking symptom: a nose flinching odor that emanates from strands and scalp. They tend to be the best with pcos. Too many shampoo-free days. I finally got fed up and went to the school doctor last month, and he was stumped. This one is my preference. I have to agree with the doctor that it is likely a fungal or bacterial infection. Even if its not quite pcos, it still could be hormonal changes from your body adjusting to not being on birth control. What if it is something hormonal, or something else that can easily be detected through a (simple) blood test. I've tried ACV rinses, baking soda paste, tea tree oil, lavender oil, head and shoulders, t-gel, nutrogena clarifying shampoo, nizoral, oily scalp shampoos, natural shampoo bar from lush. Any unpleasant odor in your hair leaves you feeling embarrassed. Yours sounds horrible. [–]Iledahorsetowater 24 points25 points26 points 1 year ago (0 children). Buy Now. Clean up your diet for a while and see if it changes. You can pick it up at most pharmacies. If you have an oily scalp, you may experience dandruff, itchiness and other skin discomforts in addition to odor, according to the American Osteopathic College of Dermatology. Smelly Hair Syndrome (SHS) This is the main reason and it is due to microbial growth (bacteria, and/or fungus). [–]Kong28 45 points46 points47 points 1 year ago (3 children). [–]Carasina 4 points5 points6 points 1 year ago* (2 children). Hope you get some answers! I just saw the clarifying, [–]Zorgsmom 4 points5 points6 points 1 year ago (2 children). Coffee, 2 cups a day at most. Nothing just that toner with hydrogen peroxide. ⢠Always look for the root cause of smelly hair and treat it. So - you have tried all of the topical treatments. (self.HaircareScience). I was fat, my skin was as dry as the desert and it didn't matter how much I slept I was ALWAYS tired! Smelly Hair Syndrome (SHS) occurs when you have overactive sweat and oil glands on your scalp. It smells like cheese and it emanates out of me like an aura when I move around, [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 1 point2 points3 points 1 year ago (3 children). The term Smelly Hair Syndrome speaks for itself. [–]kaycikaps -4 points-3 points-2 points 1 year ago (0 children). That's how out of the ordinary, but serious, problems get missed. I would wash my hair constantly in attempts to get rid of the smell but nothing would work! Try a different one if you’re having so much trouble post blow dry. [–]tajsmum 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children), [–]seasuzie51 0 points1 point2 points 1 year ago (0 children). Bleep bloop. Have you tried dry shampoo in between washes? [–]Raggedy_ann90[S] 2 points3 points4 points 1 year ago (0 children). Good luck! It could possibly be a yeast/fungal infection. What causes SSS? Or is it just the smell? Also excuse my rambling and stuff, but this pretty much my first post here on Reddit and I'm not used to how this all works. I think I hadn’t washed it in like 3-4 days when I took that pic, https://www.reddit.com/r/tressless/comments/b6xk3l/white_sebum_causing_me_to_shedthin/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=ios_app I gave in and went and she ran more tests. Are you drinking a lot of alcohol? I had horrible flaking afterwards, but my skin is stupidly dry and sensitive so if you have oilier skin it might be fine. Thanks for your insight! As your body is back and forth, the icky managed to take over again (remember, this is all a possible scenario - I have no idea if it is correct, but it makes sense to me). Then I found a shampoo called Sebcur available at most pharmacies...and it cleared everything! You should definitely head to a dermatologist for the best treatment, if you need a referral in order to see one then definitely see another doctor that will actually listen to your concerns and either treat you themselves or give you a proper dermatologist referral.
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