18 year old with whorl or crown thinning? (photo)

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I really don't know if I always had this or it is recent because I never really paid attention to it. Is this just a natural parting of the hair or thinning. Please help me because this has consumed my sleep,school and social life. Nobody on my fathers side is bald. On my mothers side, one of my two uncles is bald.I also have a twin brother (fraternal) with the exact same hair type and he doesn't have this. i have attatched close up pictures from outside, flash and direct lighting.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This needs an in-person evaluation. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert to evaluate your current treatment plan, results and best options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeffrey Epstein, MD, FACS · Answer

At under 30 or so years of age, I will not in most cases do any grafting into the crown.  Fortunately you have minimal to no hair loss, but medical therapy may be indicated-  something to discuss with a hair loss expert who not only does transplants but also understands hair loss.

Ilhan Serdaroglu, MD · Answer

That is not a hair loss because of ongoing process of androgenetic alopecia .I haven't seen any hair problem on your photo, there is no reason for worrying for hair loss.

Karl Hekimian, MD · Answer

There my be some early thinning- hard to say without previous photos for comparison.  However, with a family history of hair loss and your concerns, it would not be a bad idea to meet with a hair loss specialist to discuss options to maintain your hair and prevent subsequent loss.

Sean Behnam, MD · Answer

If it is thinning, it's very early on in the process. Of course, there's no way to know 100% without seeing any 'before' shots, so if you are concerned just watch the area and in a few more months take more pictures to see if you can see a noticeable difference, and/or visit a specialist who can measure the density in around that area to see if it seems low.

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Answer: 18 year old with whorl or crown thinning?

Answer: Possible Thinning

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