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How can I cover my hair loss (picture)

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HairLossToday · 12/06/2018 16:36

Hi, I'm 28 and my hair has been thinning on top since I was 22. Now it's thinning at the temples and further back too (there is a little bald spot at the back not shown in picture, a little lower than a male bald spot).

I have had two children since it started, had every blood test possible; for vitamin deficiencies to autoimmune conditions. All blood tests normal and very good vitamin levels (way above minimum levels, I have thoroughly checked). I have a good diet and healthy lifestyle.

One doctor said 'it's just one of those things' (not very promising)

It only gets better during pregnancy and breastfeeding, then gets bad again.

The hair never grows back, i've tried loads of things. I've taken so many supplements over the years, iron, biotin, iodine, vit D (all taken for a year at time to see if it works)

Is there any way to cover it? I have seborrheic dermatitis on my scalp sometimes so have to be careful what I put on it as it gets sore.

I am at a loss what to do now. I can't easily cover it like I used to. I have curly hair which doesn't help as it clumps together and can't be 'combed over'.

Any cut or hairstyle ideas?

I am going back to GP in a few weeks to see what he can do for me.

I am starting to feel self conscious about it and i've lost loads of confidence :-(

How can I cover my hair loss (picture)
OP posts:
AlbanyV · 02/07/2018 15:42

The scarf is a great idea! Glad to hear it worked for you.
You could use hair fibres which will help cover the thin areas and doesn't clog up the hair follicles. Some of the before and afters are really promising.
Or for longer term, there's the option of a hair system which they tailor to you and looks really real and lifelike in many cases. It's an investment though so one to think about in time.

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