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What Causes A Bald Spot On The Scalp Of A 5 Year Old?

My 5 year old son has had a blad spot on the left side of his head for about 2 months. Can someone let me know why its not growing back? I took him to our family doctor and he seems to be fine, my son had some type of allergic reaction, and he was prescribes some meds for 8 weeks. He has been taking the meds for 12 days now and his hair still has not grown back, I am really concerned this has never happened before. please advise thanks!
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It may be alopecia aereata it may be due to genes unknown cause or tinea infection.Take your child to a dermatologist wgo will properly diagnose and treat your child ailment
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What Causes A Bald Spot On The Scalp Of A 5 Year Old?

It may be alopecia aereata it may be due to genes unknown cause or tinea infection.Take your child to a dermatologist wgo will properly diagnose and treat your child ailment Hope you find this helpful