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I scratch my head a lot, now i have bald spots on my head about the size of a nickel how can i make my hair grow back?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Try Rogaine (minoxidil): plus 3x/week use Head and shoulders shampoo: leave on 5-7 minutes then rinse off. I would suggest a dermatology consultation to rule out a fungal scalp infection.

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/16/2014

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Dr. Michael Stephenson answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Hair loss: Cause of the hair loss (alopecia) needs to be diagnosed by primary care doctor or dermatologist first before any treatment is tried.

Answered 11/15/2014

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A member asked:

I scratch my head a lot, now i have bald spots on my head about the size of a nickel how can i make my hair grow back?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Munshower and another doctor agreed

Dr. Michael Stephenson answered

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