What Doctor is Recommend for Chemical Burn?

Dr. Rassman:

Regarding a chemical burn from blonde highlighting: 20 YO female was under hair dryer c. 4-5 minutes when burning sensation was felt on the L upper scalp; a 30 volume developer was mixed w/ionic powder with foil wraps. A baseball sized area now (6 mos or so later)has damaged hair follicles requiring two surgeries (apparently infusion for hydration first and then some over-flapping of productive skin over damaged skin ?). To properly examine this area to determine what caused the burn, would you recommend examination by a dermatologist or some other medical specialist?

Thanks so much.

I would recommend an examination by a dermatologist for chemical burns to the scalp that caused hair loss. I’m not clear if you were just told two surgeries would be required, or if you actually had two surgeries to correct this. If you have had surgery, you might want to get a second opinion if you are not comfortable with the management or the outcome.

I think I have more questions for you than answers. I think an examination is critical for me to make any sense of your case.