Forehead hair loss

A gradually receding hairline may fit androgenetic alopecia, while a wider part or diffuse thinning can fit female pattern hair loss. Round, smooth patches can occur with alopecia areata. Scaling, broken hairs, tenderness, or swollen areas can point toward scalp ringworm, while tight hairstyles may contribute to traction alopecia.

Diffuse shedding after illness, major stress, weight change, or another body strain may be telogen effluvium. These patterns can overlap, and a clinician may inspect the scalp, review medicines and health changes, and sometimes request tests.

Photograph the hairline in consistent lighting and note when the change began, whether shedding is sudden, and whether the scalp feels sore or itchy. Loosen styles that pull at the hairline, avoid harsh chemical processing, and use gentle washing while arranging an assessment.

Treatment depends on the cause. Options may include addressing infection or inflammation, reducing traction, supporting regrowth, or discussing Finasteride Treatment when clinically appropriate. Do not start a prescription hair-loss medicine without reviewing suitability, pregnancy considerations, and interactions.

Seek prompt assessment for sudden patchy loss, painful or inflamed scalp, pus, heavy scaling, broken hairs, or loss of eyebrows. Arrange urgent care for facial swelling, severe illness, or rapidly spreading redness. Early review is useful when scarring or infection is possible.

Ask which pattern your hairline shows, whether the scalp is inflamed or scarred, whether tests are needed, and when treatment should be reviewed. Ask how styling, recent illness, hormones, medicines, and family history may affect the explanation.