I am a male and I dyed my hair color the day before surgery. Could the anesthesia have done anything to my hair?

July 2, 2014
Asked By:BlueEyes3 in London, GB

Is there any way a day before my surgery, dying my hair that the anaesthesia could do any permanent damage to my hair. Being a male, I do worry about losing my hair but hope that won't be until my 40's and I'm just worried if the anaesthesia could have had any adverse effects on my hair a day after dying it. Should I mention this to my surgeon?

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July 7, 2014

Answer: Dyed hair

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July 14, 2014

Answer: Hair dye before surgery

July 14, 2014

Answer: Hair dye before surgery

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