Losing Hair - Murfreesboro,TN

Updated on November 29, 2011
W.M. asks from Murfreesboro, TN
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Hi ladies! When my daughter was born 6 years ago I had lost a section of my bangs, I noticed they seemed weird or thin but I assume it was a callick (sp). Soon after I noticed tiny baby hairs growing back. It all grew back in and about a year later, it fell out again. Ever since then it falls out about twice a year. It is not all over other than the normal hair loss while showering, etc It is literally only in my bangs. I asked my stylist about it and she wasn't sure what could be causing it. I asked my dermatologist and she tested my scalp for any inflammation, etc She found nothing....I have a few friends with the same issue but it doesn't seem to be as bad. I am sure no one else notices but for me, my bangs are really thin and I have to swoop them over to cover up the thin area. Does anyone have any ideas on what can be causing this or anything that I can do to prevent it from continuing? Apparently it is not pregnancy since it has continued for 6 years after my daughter was born.
Thanks in advance!

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Hello! Thanks so much for all of your responses! Well, it is not alopecia but good thought. My thyroid numbers are normal and hormone tests are normal. but, the heat from the hair dryer and the texture of the soft hair could be a culprit. I don't use a flat iron on my bangs either.... ;( I love hearing all of your ideas! Thank you!

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J.L.

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No one has the same textured hair all over their head. It is very possible that the hair in the front is finer than other parts of your head, and is likewise more delicate and less able to tolerate heat appliances and styling.

If you use a flat iron for example, these are very harsh on hair in general compared to blow dryers and curling irons. They tend to damage hair to the core and can even change hair texture in severe cases of heat damage.

If you aren't doing so already, consider using products that protect hair from heat damage and see if that helps.

Also, as we age we can lose more hair and hair thins out too. As we approach menopause (perimenopause) many women start to notice significant hair loss. :(

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A.L.

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IF you are in your 40s.. consider it to be hormones.... my hair began to thin and change once I hit 41, 42... Luckily, I have a lot of hair but nonetheless, it sure comes out more easily than it once did.. the texture has changed too... oh I miss you collagen...

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E.M.

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have your thyroid levels checked by your gp

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A.R.

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W.:
It sounds like it could be alopecia. My niece has this. You can lose hair in clumps and it comes back or like her, it can all fall out and you have no bodily hair. If I were you I would research it and then ask the MD about it. Good luck!

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