Question 1

reason to lose hair on lower left leg?

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Ans: Well interesting. Do you wear stockings?  Odd to be only on one leg. See doctor for a good history and exam

Question 2

are there any venous disorders/diseases that would cause a lower leg to lose hair?

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Yes: That can be an indication of low thyroid or vascular insufficiency. If pronounced, should discuss change and concern with your primary Dr for further evaluation.

Question 3

hi,
i have noticed i am losing hair on my legs. is this an issue or is it normal? i am worried it may be something serious

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Not normal: This usually happens because of some hormonal abnormality, exposure/medication, underlying skin condition, or nutritional abnormality.  Review this with your doctor.

Question 4

can you lose hair on your legs from having a thyroid problem?

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Possible: Thyroid hormones are important in the regulation of several other hormones and also affect the hair life of the hair follicle. So, yes, it could be thr thyroid but may also be a sign of low sex hormones or other unrelated problems. If worried, see your doctor.

Question 5

is it possible to lose hair on your legs from a thyroid problem?

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Likely, yes,,,: Hair gets changed in both hyper and hypothyroidism and if your circulation suffers, especially in hypothyroidism, you could lose your hair on your legs at least.

Question 6

i have a severe pain in my left foots ankle and the left side of my leg. i am losing hair in the pain parts. i have this condition for over a year.

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Orthopedic surgeon: Such prolonged ankle and leg pain warrants an evaluation and I recommend an examination by an orthopedic surgeon. Appropriate tests including an xray will be done in order to make a diagnosis.

Question 7

ive noticed some purple/red mottled skin on my inner thigh/leg (both) + abdomen. flank pain on both sides radiating to the front. arms + hands have been redder. losing hair frequently. face redness around nose and cheeks, and lost my appetite. help?

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: There are multiple systems possibly involved in these complaints. I would see my primary care doctor

Question 8

why to men lose hair on the top before the sides of the head? are the follicles actually different?

Accepted Answer

Baldness : Male pattern baldness develops in some men as early as the early 20s.  It is related to androgens, or sex hormones, and results in changes of the follicles to produce very fine hair or none at all beginning at the front and crown of the head.

Question 9

what to do if i'm 28 year old men . last one year if i'm losing hair frequently. please suggest good treatment or oil ?

Accepted Answer

Family hz?: This can be genetic, is dad or grand dad balled? If not you can start rogaine (minoxidil) ad look into medical conditions such at thyroid disease which can cause hair loss.

Question 10

can a man get hereditary alopecia at a young age even if the other men in the family did not lose hair until late in life?

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Yes: Everyone's genetically different (well, just about) since your environment will also affect how your genes present themselves. My point is that it's quite possible for someone to lose their hair earlier than everyone else in the family. If it's typical male pattern baldness, we can offer Finasteride & Minoxidil to try to slow down loss. But beware of side effects like gynecomastia, etc.

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Reason to lose hair on lower left leg?

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Are there any venous disorders/diseases that would cause a lower leg to lose hair?

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Hi, i have noticed i am losing hair on my legs. is this an issue or is it normal? i am worried it may be something serious

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Can you lose hair on your legs from having a thyroid problem?

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Is it possible to lose hair on your legs from a thyroid problem?

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I have a severe pain in my left foots ankle and the left side of my leg. i am losing hair in the pain parts. i have this condition for over a year.

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Ive noticed some purple/red mottled skin on my inner thigh/leg (both) + abdomen. flank pain on both sides radiating to the front. arms + hands have been redder. losing hair frequently. face redness around nose and cheeks, and lost my appetite. help?

A member asked:

Why to men lose hair on the top before the sides of the head? are the follicles actually different?

A member asked:

What to do if i'm 28 year old men . last one year if i'm losing hair frequently. please suggest good treatment or oil ?

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Can a man get hereditary alopecia at a young age even if the other men in the family did not lose hair until late in life?

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