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Is a receding hairline always the the sign of balding?

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Initial: This may be the initial sign.

Dr Fiala agreed

Answered 10/24/2013

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Dr. Thomas Fiala answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

It's commonly: One of the first signs of hair loss.

Answered 10/25/2013

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