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  • 25 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I've been struggling with some hair issues after a bad case of chicken pox back in 2016. About five months post-recovery, my hairline started receding, and my hair seemed to get thinner. By the next year, the temple area receded by an inch and my hair lost strength. I started taking dietary supplements six months ago as per my doctor's advice, and I'm noticing a slight improvement in thickness, but my temple hairline hasn't shown any progress. Can you shed some light on whether my temple hair will eventually grow back, and how long it might take for my hair follicles to recover after chicken pox?

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Hair fall can be due to various reasons.Hormonal,genetics ,stress,scalp conditions etc.if your hair fall is excessive consult a dermatologist or a trichologist to get more tailored treatments for your needs.

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Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 25/07/2025

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