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Alopecia barbae

2025-10-22 19:49:26
Sudden round bald patch on my right jawline, close to the chin. What could have caused this alopecia barbae? Medications, stress? (Medication had stayed the same for a while, until I took antibiotic & Vit c supplement for a leg injury. That course is already over) How to prevent further bald patches?
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information

Answered2025-10-25 07:27:53

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Don't worry...you are suffering from alopecia areata  causing this bald patch... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription by sending photos.

Answered2025-10-25 01:16:56

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.

Answered2025-10-24 16:35:23

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This looks like alopecia areata... it is completely reversible with treatment
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take dermatology consultation

Answered2025-10-24 10:09:56

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Kindly consult us online so that we can get your detailed history and prescribe you accordingly

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Kindly consult online for further examination and proper treatment

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Kindly go for direct consultation with doctor, as that would be better to solve your queries .

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Need to share photos for better assessment and treatment

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Need to see the severity of condition Consult online with photos for proper evaluation and treatment

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Detailed history and clear images are required for proper diagnosis and management
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kindly book online consultation for further management

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It is alopecia areata or patchy hairloss. Stress is one of the major reasons of hairloss

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