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Hi.i had a hairless spot on my head since birth(posterosuperior aspect).2weeks ago it began to dry.now its skin is similar to heel skin.is it normal?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. You may need a biopsy to really find out what the problem is.

Dr Neyman agreed

Answered 2/1/2015

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No: Must see dermatologist , skin on scalp should not feel like skin in heel.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/17/2013

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