white, sticky substance to hair

[eve15]

Hi. I've had this difficult, embarrassing problem for almost 8 months now

One morning I jumped onto the shower and when combing my hair while conditioning as I normally do
The comb wouldn't budge! What the heck, happened from one day to the next seemed like.after a few aggresive washes,it seemed as if this slime substance would rinse off. Now there is this white almost fiber looking particles stuck to my hair and scalp along with occasional Painful lumps. Also have it on my eyelashes and brows. Along my eyelids and eyeline  there are small bumps. What are they? Anybody know?

[sourpatch4]

Sounds like a type of fungus problem. I would try Paul Mitchell's Tea Tree Oil shampoo from Sally Beauty Supply. You really should see a doctor! I wish you the best of luck. God bless!

[Bhupinder Kaur, MD]

Hello,
This sticky substance can be due to dandruff and the small bumps can be due to clogged pores. Eat a healthy diet. You can also take vit B6 and vit A and E which are good for hair and skin. Try medicated shampoos for dandruff. There are a number of over-the-counter shampoos available that can help. The most effective ingredients -- antimicrobials -- to look for are zinc pyridinethione, selenium sulfide, sulfur and ketoconazole (also available by prescription).

It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.