Question 1

is my scalp ringworm bald spot suppose be blackish purplish?

Accepted Answer

Hard to tell: but blackish purplish is not typical of ringworm (tinea) infection . I think you need to check with your doctor if this has been present for more than 10 days or is progressing.

Question 2

my 11 year old daughter had a small bald spot in her head which we thought was ringworm test was negative. the bald spot has gotten bigger since then.

Accepted Answer

Possibilities: These can be from traction (hair pulling or eating). They can be from a poorly understood process called alopecia areata or something else. A trip to a dermatologist can help you sort it out.

Question 3

my doc told me i have scalp ringworm. i have been on nizoral (ketoconazole) pills and shampoo for 3 weeks and the bald spot on my head has doubled in size. normal?

Accepted Answer

It's probably not: ringworm.  Nizoral (ketoconazole) pills are dangerous to the liver so I would get in to derm, you may just have alopecia areata

Question 4

few weeks ago i noticed a bald spot on my scalp, it was a little flaky in the area before it turned bald, what could be the reason for the bald spot?

Accepted Answer

You may: You may have seborrheic dermatitis and alopecia areata.  See dermatologist to discuss treatment options.

Question 5

what is a burning bald spot on the head is cause from?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say.: Most bald spots on the head are caused by something called alopecia areata, which is a harmless, self-limited condition. But aa doesn't usually burn, so it could be something else that will need a personal examination to determine precisely. I suggest that you see a dermatologist and get a precise diagnosis.

Question 6

what causes alopecia?i just found a bald spot in the back of my head thats the size of a half dollar.my brother and neice have alopecia.

Accepted Answer

Alopecia areata: Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune means that the body's immune system attacks the body. When alopecia areata develops, the body attacks its own hair follicles. A person's genetic makeup, combined with other factors, triggers this form of hair loss. People can have this type of hair loss at any age. Some patients with alopecia areata have a family member who also has the disease.

Question 7

small bald spot on 7 month old. my 7 month old daughter has small bald spots developing on her head. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: Some of these are present at birth &amp; some show up later. The potential cause would best be sorted out with an in person exam to see the site and skin involved.

Question 8

i have thick, long hair, and just found a bald spot on my hair. wondering what could cause this, and if it's true stress could be a reason?

Accepted Answer

Why speculate???: See a dermatologist for diagnosis and directed therapy.Maybe ALOPECIA AREATA, an autoimmune condition. Other diagnoses possible. Need exam. Why guess?? Stress may cause this from long-term compulsive neurotic rubbing of the same place. You will know if you are doing this.

Question 9

bald spot caused by hashimotos it's been 5 years since, thyroid levels are normal, but i feel like the patch might be spreading. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Alopecia: It may not be the hashimotos per se.  Autoimmune thyroid disease is associated with other autoimmune diseases, and the skin/scalp can be affected.  Stress can certainly do this too.  Suggest seeing a dermatologist.

Question 10

26 yo. tiny bald spot on head (~5 mm) with very slight pinkish hue. has been there for months. what could be the cause? will it grow back? cyst scar?

Accepted Answer

Bald spot : There are several possible causes of a small bald spot including earlier injury, infection or skin condition. In most cases the hair eventually grows back. Or it might be the first sign of a temporary or permanent hair disorder. If the patch enlarges, see a dermatologist for assessment. Find out more at http://dermnetnz.org/hair-nails-sweat/hair-loss.html.

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Is my scalp ringworm bald spot suppose be blackish purplish?

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My 11 year old daughter had a small bald spot in her head which we thought was ringworm test was negative. the bald spot has gotten bigger since then.

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My doc told me i have scalp ringworm. i have been on nizoral (ketoconazole) pills and shampoo for 3 weeks and the bald spot on my head has doubled in size. normal?

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Few weeks ago i noticed a bald spot on my scalp, it was a little flaky in the area before it turned bald, what could be the reason for the bald spot?

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What is a burning bald spot on the head is cause from?

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What causes alopecia?i just found a bald spot in the back of my head thats the size of a half dollar.my brother and neice have alopecia.

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Small bald spot on 7 month old. my 7 month old daughter has small bald spots developing on her head. what could be the cause?

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I have thick, long hair, and just found a bald spot on my hair. wondering what could cause this, and if it's true stress could be a reason?

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Bald spot caused by hashimotos it's been 5 years since, thyroid levels are normal, but i feel like the patch might be spreading. what to do?

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26 yo. tiny bald spot on head (~5 mm) with very slight pinkish hue. has been there for months. what could be the cause? will it grow back? cyst scar?

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