Can contaminated scissors or shavers at a hair salon cause dry itching scalp?
I do not have head lice. Since my last haircut I have experienced a very dry itchy scalp. I also am experiencing itching on my upper back, like crawling sensation. Scalp tingles, but no flaking. A: It is possible that you could have contracted some type of fungal infection from contaminated scissors or clippers/shavers at a salon, but most salons have very strict sanitation practices in place to prevent the passing of infections conditions from one client to the next. If you are concerned that the itching you are experiencing is due to a fungal or other type of infection, you need to see your doctor as soon as possible. There are broad spectrum treatments for fungal infections that will help to rid you of that problem. If the problem is fungal and you believe that it is a result of contamination of tools used in your local salon, you should report the problem to the salon management, and advise them that you will be also notifying your state and or local licensing board and health depa
