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I would like to know why my hair is thinning in the back of my head . what should i do to grow it back?

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Dr. Brock Andersen answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Hair thinning: There are multiple different causes of hair loss like you describe in someone so young, and no simple answer here. I suggest you see a dermatologist, who may need to biopsy an area of your scalp before giving you recommendations.

Answered 10/18/2013

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