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 Dr. Alan J. Bauman is the Founder, Medical Director and Chief Surgeon of the Bauman Medical Group, P.A. located in Wharfside at Boca Pointe in Boca Raton, Florida. His practice is dedicated exclusively to treating male and female pattern hair loss. Dr. Bauman uses state-of-the-art medical and surgical techniques to help his patients maintain and/or restore their scalp hair.
Mike
2006-01-10
Hair loss and thinning due to excessive rubbing
Dear Dr. Bauman,
I'm 23 years old and I noticed my hair was thinning in one particular spot where I seem to rub longer and harder than the rest of my hair when I dry it (around forehead area). I'm wondering if this is permanent hair loss or temporary and if temporary how long will it take untill I start seeing significant results?
It's odd because growing up my parents always described me as having "bear-hair." Thank you for your time.
Without seeing a photo of your current hair loss status, it would be a little difficult for me to tell exactly what is going on. It is very unusual for excessive rubbing with a towel to cause hair loss. If you are having a recession of the hairline in the forehead, it might be the start of male pattern hair loss.
If you'd like, you can start a 'virtual consultation' by visiting www.baumanmedical.com and/or following the link below:
http://www.baumanmedical.com/Default.aspx?tabid=90
Do you have any hair loss in the family?
Sincerely,
Dr. B.
doctorb@baumanmedical.com
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