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Couple weeks ago, a pimple grew on the back of my head, got a hair cut and now that spot is bald. how do i grow hair back on the spot?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Unknown: If the hair follicles sustained permanent damage, hair may not regrow at that site, but if it is a small spot it should not be very noticeable as other hairy areas will cover it most likely.

Answered 6/19/2015

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A member asked:

Couple weeks ago, a pimple grew on the back of my head, got a hair cut and now that spot is bald. how do i grow hair back on the spot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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