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My son developed a small grey patch in his hair a few months back and now another has appeared, so we need to see a doctor or how should we treat this, he is 11?

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Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

Hair: I am not sure if you see the patch on the scalp or you mean few hairs have lost pigment. Since the problem is worsening, it must be evaluated by a physician.

Answered 7/12/2020

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A member asked:

My son developed a small grey patch in his hair a few months back and now another has appeared, so we need to see a doctor or how should we treat this, he is 11?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Amandeep Kaur answered

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