Afro-textured hair is more prone to certain hair-loss types that need specific care. Traction alopecia (from tight braids, weaves and extensions) and central centrifugal cicatricial alopecia (CCCA) — a scarring loss that starts at the crown — are more common and can become permanent, so early dermatologist review matters. The coily structure is also more fragile to heat and chemical relaxers. Pattern loss responds to the same minoxidil and finasteride, but gentle styling, avoiding sustained tension, and treating scarring conditions early are especially important.
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Not medical advice. General education only; it does not replace diagnosis or treatment by a licensed professional. Consult a board-certified dermatologist before starting, stopping or changing any treatment.
⚠️ When to see a doctor — don’t self-treat
- Sudden patchy or circular bald spots
- Redness, scaling, pus, pain or itch (possible scarring alopecia — treat urgently)
- Broken hairs or rapid loss
- Loss with body-wide signs (weight loss, fatigue, cycle changes, acne, extra hair)
- Loss right after a new medication
- Any hair loss in a child