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What can i do if i have a bald spot? i straighten my bangs only & the rest natural curly. bald spot is above bangs. what can i do to grow hair there?

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Depneds on cause: This can be scarring hair loss, allergic , or hereditary hair loss. Blood tests and a scalp biopsy will aid in diagnosis, and possible lead to treatment which will reborn hair. At least ot can prevent further thinning. See dermatologist for evaluation amd treatment.

Dr Villaplana and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/20/2012

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