Why am I losing my hair? I am an 18 year old boy. (Photos)

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I'm about to turn 19 in two months and I'm starting to loose my hair I don't know why and I'm starting to get really worried. I always get eachy on my head and the two spots where I'm bold is where I ussaly scratch, i don't know if its cuz I have dandruff but Im also sinnie don't eat much mostly eat like once a day and I don't get stress but I'm getting stress now that I'm loosing my hair. And I wanna know if my hair can grow back and if I'm gonna loose all my hair?

Amir Yazdan, MD · Answer

You should meet with a doctor to determine the cause of your hair loss. Based on your symptoms of itchiness and baldness in the itchy areas, it sounds like you may have a form of scalp psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis, which can cause hair loss if left untreated due to the irritation caused by scratching. You should meet with a doctor to rule this out. Specialized shampoos for dandruff reduction or scalp psoriasis can help ease symptoms of the condition.
While it may seem uncommon to lose hair at 19, many men experience early signs of hair loss in teenage-hood and their early 20’s. The best way to prevent continued and further hair loss is to proactively treat hair loss symptoms at the first sight of hair loss. Medical management of symptoms such as laser therapy, medications, and topical treatments may prove beneficial in warding off future hair loss.

Bernardino Arocha, MD, FISHRS · Answer

michaelarroyo14,
Thanks for the question. It is important to see a hair loss specialist in your area for a complete history, physical examination, dermoscopy, hair check , lab, and possible scalp biopsy. Results will permit an accurate diagnosis, hence a short and longterm treatment program to address the thinning.

Sincerely,

Bernardino A. Arocha, MD

David Deutsch, MD · Answer

The most likely cause of your hair loss is Androgenetic Alopecia-loss due to genetic and hormonal factors.Other less common causes are thyroid disease,autoimmune disorder,medications,protein malnutrition and severe stress.The most important step for you is to establish a diagnosis-than appropriate treatment can be rendered.I would recommend a thorough evaluation by a Dermatologist or experienced Hair Restoration surgeon.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This needs an in-person evaluation. I  recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hair loss expert to go over your condition and advise you on best treatment options and shampoo recommendations. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeff Rapaport, MD · Answer

in my opinion, you need to be evaluated by a hair loss expert. They will do a good history, examination, and possibly blood work and biopsy. The most common diagnosis for your hair loss would be  male pattern loss. Other diagnosis need to be evaluated and ruled out.PRPHAIRMD.COM

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