In female pattern alopecia (balding), there is often thinning at the front of the scalp. In female pattern alopecia (balding) the scalp is entirely normal but there is noticeable hair thinning.
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Hair Loss, Female Pattern Baldness (Female Pattern Alopecia)  Information for adults

Picture of Hair Loss, Female Pattern Baldness (Female Pattern Alopecia): In female pattern alopecia (balding), there is often thinning at the front of the scalp. Divider line
In female pattern alopecia (balding), there is often thinning at the front of the scalp.
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References


Bolognia, Jean L., ed. Dermatology, pp.1047, 2430-2431. New York: Mosby, 2003.

Freedberg, Irwin M., ed. Fitzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. 6th ed, pp. 643-645. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2003.

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