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Female, late 50s with hair patch only on the small of the back since childhood - what causes it? lack of proper diet? remedy?

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Hair on back: A patch of hair on back can be a sign of spinal problems and i would recommend that you see your doc about it and maybe have some x-rays done.

Answered 1/27/2014

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