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Sources & references
- StatPearls (NIH) β
- AAD β
- AAD β shedding β
- Patterned hair loss review (PMC) β
- LDOM meta-analysis (PMC) β
- AGA review (CCID) β
- Graft coverage (Wimpole) β
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β οΈ When to see a doctor β donβt self-treat
- Sudden patchy or circular bald spots
- Redness, scaling, pus, pain or itch (possible scarring alopecia β 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