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Is it possible to develop a bald spot on top of head if head got hit really hard by fainting?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: Trauma to the scalp is no different than trauma to any other hairy area. You may develop a bold spot.

Answered 3/21/2015

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Yes: Can be traumatic alopecia from injury to hair follicles. Usually transient.

Dr Weisberger agreed

Answered 3/28/2015

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