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I have a bald patch on the left side of my head about 3 inches in size, i have allways had it and so does my cousin. what can i do ?
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Alopecia areata: Your dermatologist might have a way to help. Local injection of steroid, cream to irritate/stimulate/inflamme bald spots(called irritant contact dermatitis) or hair transplant all have been tried with some success.
Answered 9/17/2012
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