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A cousin of mine had ringworm/fungus infection on his head resulting in hair loss and bald patches. the infection cleared on its own, he did not visit a doctor or applied any ointment. is it possible to get hair backon those patches? any solution?

Q: a cousin of mine had ringworm/fungus infection on his head resulting in hair loss and bald patches. the infection cleared on its own, he did not visit a doctor or applied any ointment. is it possible to get hair backon those patches? any solution?

: Quite often hair in those scarred down areas does not regrow. See dermatologist for confirmation and poss tx.

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Quite often hair in those scarred down areas does not regrow. See dermatologist for confirmation and poss tx.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 4/13/2021

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A member asked:

A cousin of mine had ringworm/fungus infection on his head resulting in hair loss and bald patches. the infection cleared on its own, he did not visit a doctor or applied any ointment. is it possible to get hair backon those patches? any solution?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Dr Machanic agreed

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