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Hi, so my scalp has like a split in you can see my scalp and the back of my head you can see my scalp it looks like a bald spot. is there something i should be taking. is it called cowlick when you have the line down your head and see your scalp?
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Cowlick: Cowlicks occur when hair grows counter to normal direction of growth. Tis can allow your scalp to be visible between the two seas of hair growng in opposite directions. Recommend that you see a skin specialist, a Dermatologist, for proper evaluation, if necessary, treatment.
Answered 1/16/2021
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