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Is this male pattern baldness?
As you can see the hair density on my right side of the crown is less.
11 years ago I had an accident and got around 7 stitches which are clearly visible in the photo. So could the reason behind the less hair density be the stitches I had there or is this baldness?
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Yes it is male pattern baldness
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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.
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Its patterned hair loss, due to excess activity of androgen metabolotes, its also due to genetics, we can treat consult a dermatologist
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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Chennai
Please send more pictures... for details do direct online consultation with photo
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Dr. Sireesha Rajesh
Hair Transplant Surgeon
17 yrs exp
Nellore
Reduced hair density in the area shown could potentially be related to the trauma and stitches you received.
Reasons may be Scarring,Trauma-Triggered Hair Loss,male pattern baldness.
Kindly Consult to can examine the area and determine whether the reduced hair is due to scarring, male pattern baldness, or another issue.
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Dr. Usha B K
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Gangavathi
You have grade 1 AGA. Hairloss is not because of stitches. Kindly consult online for specific diagnosis and treatment.
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Dr. Amandeep
Dermatologist
5 yrs exp
Khanna
Most probably because of stitches
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Dr. Hitesh Viradiya
Dermatologist
9 yrs exp
Surat
Both can be the possibilities
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Kindly do direct online consultations for detailed information
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Dr. Supriya M Muthalgiri
Dermatology
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please take consultation for detailed examination and treatment
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
Dermatologist
18 yrs exp
Noida
It is patterned baldness..
Do direct online consultation for proper treatment plan and guidance.
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Yes it can be age related or becoz of trauma also
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