I'm F 29 yrs. There is a spot in my head, 7cm diameter, right at the top, middle front of my head , that is thinning more and more, and it looks like its taking a circular shape. Very visible itchy scalp in this area! I'm done with going to my family doctor, because Hair science is not his specialism. I'm taking iron supplements and eating healthily. Lots of dark hair are loosing pigment overnight, becoming white from root to tip.What can I do? I still have got some hair in the spot area.
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December 29, 2014
Answer: Can be resolved - with appropraite treatment.
There is a long list of possible causes of hair loss, particularly in women. The best plan of action would be to see a hair loss specialist who can order blood tests to rule out common causes, take a detailed history and examine your scalp. Once a cause is determined, then the...
Minoxidil alone cannot cure baldness due to traction alopecia, although it can help if used in the early stages of the condition. The medication works by increasing the blood flow to the scalp in order to revitalize hair follicles miniaturized by DHT (the molecule responsible in male pattern ...
In general, men with bald spots on the neck that regrow with white hair are likely to have alopecia barbae but be sure to see a dermatologist for confirmation and to discuss treatment.Alopecia barbae is one type of alopecia areata. Alopecia areata affects 2% of the world's population so it is...