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HEALTH & FITNESS | YOUR BOD | HAIR

Could this bald spot be alopecia areata?

 
I’ve had strong, healthy long hair for years, but when my mom was doing my hair the other day, she found a bald spot. My stepdad took a look and said it might be alopecia areata. What’s that?

 

“Alopecia areata” is a fancy way of saying a person loses hair in round patches. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the hair can fall out of the scalp or elsewhere on the body, and it can often grow back in.

 

It’s important to know that this sort of hair loss isn’t associated with a contagious disease or with stress. What happens with alopecia (areata and other varieties) is that your immune system starts attacking your hair follicles, which causes the hair to fall out. You can be totally healthy, except for this one problem.

 

Often you’ll notice clumps of hair falling out, creating a round, coin-sized bald spot where you once had hair. It can happen to anyone, and typically begins in childhood. If you think you might have alopecia areata, you should visit a dermatologist. She can perform the necessary skin tests and prescribe a treatment plan.

 

Good luck, girlie!
 
 

BY BRITTANY TAYLOR ON 9/15/2011 12:00:00 AM

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hey! so this is really weird, but sometimes when i run my hands thru my hair, it feels like i have really tiny pimples on my scalp. im really confused about what this might be, is it like my conditioner or shampoo or something? ???
PLZZZ answer soon!!!!! Thanks!Smile

 

Hey girl! Don't worry too much, my first guess would be pimples, but I'd definitely show your mom or dad and talk to them about it! Then if you're still concerned see the doctor! xoxo

Carly S.

by summergirl190 on 8/22/2012 10:28:10 AM

 
 



Mod. Mod. Mod. ModMod. Mod. Mod. Mod. Plzzzzzz answer. So I'm half black and half Dominican well my hair is semi straight I went to a hair Salan a Dominican one and they straighten it but I have a friend she is Dominican and her. Hair is full and thick so is mine but I was wondering how can I get this of my mind about her having better hair then me

 

Hey chica!  Embrace your hair as it is, wanting someone else's hair won't do you any good!  Just remind yourself that your hair is part of who you are.  Besides, I bet there s something about you that she wishes she had (your skin tone, your legs, or your killer smile).  Everyone has different parts of them that are awesome, so remind yourself of yours when you're feelin' the hair envy. xoxo 
Kate G.

by nina20017 on 7/17/2012 2:07:42 AM

 
 

What can I do to help my hair grow longer to where im able to put it into a ponytail because ive heard that weave can bring your hair out even more.

Hey girl,

Eating healthy foods, exercise and getting your hair trimmed regularly all help hair grow faster. Check out this post for more tips! http://www.girlslife.com/post/2010/10/13/Hair-Today-Gone-Tomorrow.aspx

Meghan D.

by lolmindless on 2/25/2012 2:45:09 AM

 
 

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im 13 and i was thinking bout doin highlights on my hair either purple or blond but i dont knoe which one to choose any advice

by cutiepie14231 on 2/20/2012 6:51:09 PM

 
 

Hey bubblerain, mhmm I would try to stay out of the sun as much as possible. Maybe the lack of sunlight will make the black come back into your hair. Hope this helps! Xoxo



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my hair is naturly black.but when i was little i spent a lot of time in the sun,and burn my hair.now it is brown.any ideas to getting my naturly black hair back?thanks Lynae P.

by bubblerain on 1/25/2012 8:32:50 PM

 
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