Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 my dad is bald but on the other side my mothers dad and brother dont have any kind of hair loss. i do have a 27 years old brother also not balding. am i losing my hair . please help Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Britanium Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 You have a perfectly normal head of hair. 👏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 what about these tiny little white spots Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Westview Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 28 minutes ago, carlitosito said: what about these tiny little white spots Its called your scalp 😂 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 27, 2021 Administrators Share Posted January 27, 2021 I’m not sure, it could be a mild case of alopecia areata or scarring alopecia. You need to consult with a dermatologist. I do see what you’re talking about I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 (edited) . Edited January 27, 2021 by carlitosito Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 33 minutes ago, Melvin-Moderator said: I’m not sure, it could be a mild case of alopecia areata or scarring alopecia. You need to consult with a dermatologist. I do see what you’re talking about i do got these empty spots even at the back scalp and also on the sides i am really worry i will visit a derm in 8 days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ciaus Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 yea since i've been shaving during lockdown i see some of that on my head too, i have a scarring alopecia. Some people have redness in those areas where its active, and itching, burning. There doesn't have too be those skin surface symptoms though, everything can feel and look fine and it can still be active under the skin damaging and eventually destroying the hair follicles, leaving behind those 'white spots'. Scarring alopecias are pretty rare thankfully, and difficult to treat. Sometimes they go into remission for a while and then flare up again. If that's what you have/had, hopefully its in a permanent remission. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ciaus Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 Just to add, be sure to rule out if you do have a scarring alopecia before doing any hair transplants. Because if you transplant hairs into the scarred areas and the condition is active, or if it activates again, it will destroy those transplanted hairs too. I've read on some clinic sites that they want your condition to be in remission for at least a few years before considering transplanting hairs into those areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 5 minutes ago, ciaus said: yea since i've been shaving during lockdown i see some of that on my head too, i have a scarring alopecia. Some people have redness in those areas where its active, and itching, burning. There doesn't have too be those skin surface symptoms though, everything can feel and look fine and it can still be active under the skin damaging and eventually destroying the hair follicles, leaving behind those 'white spots'. Scarring alopecias are pretty rare thankfully, and difficult to treat. Sometimes they go into remission for a while and then flare up again. If that's what you have/had, hopefully its in a permanent remission. oh shit did you already treat them or did you visit a derma? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ciaus Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 yea i see a dermatologist, manage occasional flareups with some topical medications. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 Just now, ciaus said: yea i see a dermatologist, manage occasional flareups with some topical medications. i am sorry i know i am asking to much, but i am realy scared to lose my hair may i ask if your hair grow back normaly and the names of the medication if you know please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ciaus Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 Once the hair follicles under the skin are destroyed, the scarring forms, and that hair from those follicles won't ever grow back. Some people just have the condition in one area of the head, sometimes it can also spread to other areas of the head too. That's why its so important for someone that does have one of these conditions to be diagnosed and get it under control with medications asap. I had redness and some swelling in my case and the doctor removed some skin from that area with a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. The topicals I use are Elidel, Clobetasol and Dermasmoothe scalp oil. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 19 minutes ago, ciaus said: Once the hair follicles under the skin are destroyed, the scarring forms, and that hair from those follicles won't ever grow back. Some people just have the condition in one area of the head, sometimes it can also spread to other areas of the head too. That's why its so important for someone that does have one of these conditions to be diagnosed and get it under control with medications asap. I had redness and some swelling in my case and the doctor removed some skin from that area with a biopsy to confirm the diagnosis. The topicals I use are Elidel, Clobetasol and Dermasmoothe scalp oil. thanks for your time wish you the best Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member ciaus Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 np and stay positive, try not to dwell on the worse case scenario, wait for the doctor's diagnosis. Its been over two years since i've had a flareup and I'm keeping the faith it never comes back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 37 minutes ago, ciaus said: np and stay positive, try not to dwell on the worse case scenario, wait for the doctor's diagnosis. Its been over two years since i've had a flareup and I'm keeping the faith it never comes back. i will , if he said after i visit him i got nothing i will jump on your suggestion either and buy the medicament to be in the safe position Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 27, 2021 Administrators Share Posted January 27, 2021 2 hours ago, carlitosito said: i do got these empty spots even at the back scalp and also on the sides i am really worry i will visit a derm in 8 days Sounds like alopecia areata. I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 27, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 6 minutes ago, Melvin-Moderator said: Sounds like alopecia areata. should i post a pic for my back head ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Westview Posted January 27, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 27, 2021 3 hours ago, Melvin-Moderator said: Sounds like alopecia areata If it is AA there's a new treatment for that: https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/13855257/new-treatment-for-hair-loss-but-need-strong-stomach/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member voxman Posted January 28, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 28, 2021 (edited) How does your hair look when grown out? I think you are waay overthinking this. How old are you ? Edited January 28, 2021 by voxman I'm serious. Just look at my face. My Hair Regimen: Lather, Rinse, Repeat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Melvin- Admin Posted January 28, 2021 Administrators Share Posted January 28, 2021 20 hours ago, carlitosito said: should i post a pic for my back head ? Sure I’m a paid admin for Hair Transplant Network. I do not receive any compensation from any clinic. My comments are not medical advice. Check out my final hair transplant and topical dutasteride journey: View my thread Topical dutasteride journey Melvin- Managing Publisher and Forum Moderator for the Hair Transplant Network, the Coalition Hair Loss Learning Center, and the Hair Loss Q&A Blog. Follow our Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin, and YouTube. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 28, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 28, 2021 my update i am 18 year old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 28, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 28, 2021 2 hours ago, Melvin-Moderator said: Sure i did post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Regular Member carlitosito Posted January 28, 2021 Author Regular Member Share Posted January 28, 2021 2 hours ago, voxman said: How does your hair look when grown out? I think you are waay overthinking this. How old are you ? 18 years old Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Senior Member Westview Posted January 28, 2021 Senior Member Share Posted January 28, 2021 I have to say that big bald spot does look a bit worrying Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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