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What Causes A Bald Spot On The Head?
hi doctor my name is jesse and im a dental assistant last week i did a pulpatomy and i use formocresol. I remember that i scratch my head after using it and a week later i have a bald spot. is that suppose to happen ??? should i see a doctor ??? is my hair going to grow back??
Fri, 5 May 2017
Hi.
As per your case-history u maybe having alopecia aerata. It is less likely that formocresol can cause such bald spot unless it is applied directly to scalp.
U can start using Tacrolimus 0.1% ointment on bald spot. Hair will gradually grow in 3-4 weeks. IF satisfactory result doesnot come than consult a dermatologist.
Thanks
As per your case-history u maybe having alopecia aerata. It is less likely that formocresol can cause such bald spot unless it is applied directly to scalp.
U can start using Tacrolimus 0.1% ointment on bald spot. Hair will gradually grow in 3-4 weeks. IF satisfactory result doesnot come than consult a dermatologist.
Thanks
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