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21 year old female. How can I treat the bald spot near my neck? (Photo)

August 22, 2014
Asked By:lhwood09 in Memphis, TN

I've always had long thick hair... but recently found a spot in the back of my head that was completely bald. Neither of my parents have this problem and in there 60's. I saw my family doctor and he was convinced it was ring worm. So shampoo & ointment the whole nine... but there is NO ring on my scalp... and its gotten a lot worse. =\ its embarrassing..

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August 23, 2014

Answer: Alopecia areata

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Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
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August 23, 2014

Answer: Alopecia areata

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August 28, 2014

Answer: This looks like alopecia areata.

Andrea Hui Austin, MD
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August 28, 2014

Answer: This looks like alopecia areata.

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