A member asked:

23y.o female. splotchy red scalp in some places. not itchy. more hair falling out than usual. what could this be?

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Dr. Olakitan Akinjagunla answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Various causes: An infection of the scalp tops the list. Then comes the nutritional deficiencies such as iron and protein deficiency, thyroid diseases, autoimmune diseases, hair care products and even heredity. See a dermatologist or your PCP.

Answered 1/22/2015

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