Why do I have a bald spot on my arm?
Reasons for hair loss on arms Skin conditions; skin conditions such as dermatitis, seborrhea, psoriasis, eczema and keratosis pilaris can cause hair loss on both the arm and legs. Conditions such as psoriasis are caused by immune cells attacking healthy skin which can, in turn, lead to hair loss.
Is having a bald spot normal?
Bald spots of the scalp, brow, or beard are commonly caused by a medical condition called alopecia areata. It is also commonly called spot baldness, and it is believed to be an autoimmune disorder that causes the body’s immune system to mistake hair follicles for foreign invaders, and then, attack them as such.
How long does it take for a bald spot to appear?
Hair loss can come on suddenly, within a few days, or over a few weeks. Bald patches occur in small circular patches about the size of a quarter. As more hair is lost, these circles will sometimes begin to overlap. Hair around the edges of these patches may also be white.
What does it mean when you have bald spots on your head?
This condition is called androgenic alopecia, male-pattern baldness and female-pattern baldness. It usually occurs gradually and in predictable patterns — a receding hairline and bald spots in men and thinning hair along the crown of the scalp in women.
Can a bald spot affect your self confidence?
Hair loss is a common development for people of all genders. But a bald spot can still trigger feelings of embarrassment and frustration while also affecting your self-confidence. Causes of hair loss can vary widely, including:
When does female pattern baldness start and end?
Male-pattern baldness typically appears first at the hairline or top of the head. It can progress to partial or complete baldness. Female-pattern baldness typically starts with scalp hairs becoming progressively less dense. Many women first experience hair thinning and hair loss where they part their hair and on the top-central portion of the head.