Hair loss at the forehead and hairline

Receding corners or gradual thinning at the front can occur with Male Pattern Hair Loss or Female Pattern Hair Loss. A hairline that has been under repeated tension from tight braids, ponytails, extensions, or headwear may reflect Traction Alopecia; broken hairs and tenderness can be clues. Sudden smooth patches, including near the hairline or eyebrows, can occur with Alopecia Areata.

Flaking, scale, itch, redness, or broken hairs may indicate a scalp problem such as ringworm or inflammation. Diffuse shedding can make the hairline look less full without being confined to it. The appearance does not establish a diagnosis by itself.

Loosen styles that pull, vary how hair is tied, and stop any style that causes soreness. Use gentle detangling and limit high heat or harsh chemical processing. Take photos from the front and temples in consistent lighting, noting itch, scale, pain, or new patches. A dermatologist can examine follicle openings and the scalp, review family history and medicines, and choose treatment or testing based on the pattern.

Book a prompt review for rapidly expanding patches, eyebrow loss, scalp pain, pus, marked redness, thick scale, or smooth shiny areas where follicle openings seem absent. Earlier assessment can help when traction or inflammation is suspected. Arrange routine care for gradual recession or thinning so inherited pattern loss and other causes can be separated.

What pattern do you see at my temples and frontal hairline? Could styling tension be contributing? Are there signs of inflammation or infection? Would treatment for Male Pattern Hair Loss or Female Pattern Hair Loss be relevant? How should I monitor regrowth?