i noticed about a month ago a tiny smooth itchy bald spot on the front of the hair , now i have more of them dotted around my head what could this be?
Hi
It would be difficult to assess without having a look at the lesions. There are many conditions that can result in localized hair loss such as alopecia areata, scarring alopecia, infections like ringworm, folliculitis, piedra, seborrheic dermatitis and folliculitis.
Alopecia areata is a genetic condition which causes sudden round bald patches on the scalp/ beard along with inflammation of the roots of the hair follicles. However, the hair follicles are not destroyed and hair growth continues after inflammation subsides. The commonest site for alopecia areata is the scalp, but frequently the beard area in men is affected. It can affect a single area or multiple areas. The bald skin is smooth and soft, and small broken hairs may be seen at the edge of the patch. Any age group can be affected.
You should consult a dermatologist for a complete evaluation and proper diagnosis. Sometimes a skin biopsy is conducted to confirm the diagnosis. Do write in if you need more information.
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