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I'm 19 years old. My hair started thinning and my scalp is starting show. Also it feels quite damaged. Any suggestion? (photo)

hellboy6Feb 16, 2015
I have uploaded the pictures of my scalp and my temple area. I started having hairloss since 16 but never was it so prominent that I could actualy see my scalp. I have also had lot of stress due to family issues over the past one year . Regarding my family history, none of my family members have baldness. And also I feel quite itchy in my hair most of the time. Also my hair is quite dry and grows very slowly. I want to know what is the problem and also solution for it , if any?

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Hormonal changes can cause hair loss but you need to address this with your OB/GYN doctor. IUD by itself is not always the primary cause.  Drugs such as spironolactone are used for hair loss in women but is not always effective.

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If you suddenly have hair loss after a vacation and have itching and tingly feeling on your scalp, see a doctor.  You may have an infection such as head lice or ring worms.  Otherwise it is just guesswork until you see a doctor.

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Hair is dead, so you really cannot "suffocate" the hairs. You can use concealers safely. If you have issues see a doctor for an exam.

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