I have suffered from seborrhoeic dermatitis for about 5-6 years now i beleive it has caused some thinning and scarring to some of my hair follicles. i have managed to keep it under control for a long time now by using medicated shampoos and keeping my hair short .although it does seem to get worse in the winter. Am i still able to have a hair transplant? Also how long after a hair transplant will i be able to go back to using medicated shampoos for my condision.thank you
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December 7, 2015
Answer: Seborrheic dermatitis does not cause male pattern balding. You should see a doctor for an exam.
Jae Pak, MDHair Restoration Surgeon, Board Certified in Emergency Medicine
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