Am i balding at 14?

[masonhanders]

i’ve always had extremely thin hair, i don’t know if i’m crazy but i feel like i’m balding.

 

[Bicyclegirrl]

Hi Mason,
I am sorry that you are experiencing this kind of anxiety at such a young age. I will admit that your hair is thin; but I hesitate to say it is balding. Are you losing more hair than usual? Also, have you been going through a lot of stress lately? This could certainly lead to hair loss at your age. If I were you, I would bring up my concerns to your parents to see if they can get you into a doctor and see what they think. I don't know your medical history; but I would say if you are having an issue this young, it is probably temporary and caused by something like stress. I believe common conditions like androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) don't tend to start until after adolescence. Another recommendation I have is taking more photos after three months so you can compare.

Also, do you have dandruff or eczema on your scalp? I have heard that this can also lead to hair loss. I finally saw a skin doctor that is board certified in dermatology that says that I have mild to moderate eczema is responsible for much of my hair loss. Good luck with everything! Please let us know how things go. But no matter what happens, I am sure you will just fine.

 

[masonhanders]

Hi Mason,
I am sorry that you are experiencing this kind of anxiety at such a young age. I will admit that your hair is thin; but I hesitate to say it is balding. Are you losing more hair than usual? Also, have you been going through a lot of stress lately? This could certainly lead to hair loss at your age. If I were you, I would bring up my concerns to your parents to see if they can get you into a doctor and see what they think. I don't know your medical history; but I would say if you are having an issue this young, it is probably temporary and caused by something like stress. I believe common conditions like androgenic alopecia (male pattern baldness) don't tend to start until after adolescence. Another recommendation I have is taking more photos after three months so you can compare.

Also, do you have dandruff or eczema on your scalp? I have heard that this can also lead to hair loss. I finally saw a skin doctor that is board certified in dermatology that says that I have mild to moderate eczema is responsible for much of my hair loss. Good luck with everything! Please let us know how things go. But no matter what happens, I am sure you will just fine.

Thank you so much for replying. i’m not losing more hair than usual but i do have a dry/flaky scalp. I’m not sure if that has anything to do with it but i just started noticing my scalp being dry/flaky a couple of months ago. I’m stressed a lot because of school and a breakup. I asked my parents but they say they think i’m fine. I might just be paranoid but i want to make sure so i can stop worrying about it.

 

[Bigmac]

It might be worthwhile having your scalp checked by your family doctor. You could also try an anti dandruff shampoo to see if the flakes clear up.

 

[Bicyclegirrl]

Thank you so much for replying. i’m not losing more hair than usual but i do have a dry/flaky scalp. I’m not sure if that has anything to do with it but i just started noticing my scalp being dry/flaky a couple of months ago. I’m stressed a lot because of school and a breakup. I asked my parents but they say they think i’m fine. I might just be paranoid but i want to make sure so i can stop worrying about it.

Yes, I think it is possible the dry/flaky scalp could be affecting your hair. I agree with Bigmac's suggestion of getting you scalp checked out by the family doctor. =)

 

[Bicyclegirrl]

Thank you so much for replying. i’m not losing more hair than usual but i do have a dry/flaky scalp. I’m not sure if that has anything to do with it but i just started noticing my scalp being dry/flaky a couple of months ago. I’m stressed a lot because of school and a breakup. I asked my parents but they say they think i’m fine. I might just be paranoid but i want to make sure so i can stop worrying about it.

Sorry I posted twice, my internet was slow. And I can't figure out how to delete a post once it is posted. I can only edit it.

 

[Denmarkhair]

You look to have naturally finer hair. It’s very common, don’t worry about it at this age. Keep fit and healthy and eat well

 

[samt90]

I'd just say, stay away from 'drying foods' if your scalp and skin are dry. And just try and get good sleep.

 

[MPBsucks1234]

Seeing your family doctor is the best suggestion IMO

 

[Bigmac]

Have you seen anyone about this?