Scalp Problems
When To See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:
Do you have hair loss, thinning, or breakage?
See significance of hair loss, thinning, or breakage if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
Yes Have you been unable to control the urge to pull out your own hair for longer than 2 weeks?
Yes Have you had sudden, unexplained hair loss for longer than 2 weeks?
Yes Are you concerned about hair loss or thinning?
Yes Do you have a new bald spot?
Yes Do you have a rash or crusting on your scalp?
Yes Do you continue to have new hair breakage even after 2 weeks of home treatment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS | Last Updated: July 3, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine Alexander H. Murray, MD, FRCPC - Dermatology | |
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