Both can sometimes be localized to one area of the head, such as the crown. In fact, dandruff is considered to be a mild form of seborrheic dermatitis. These two conditions are related to each other. If you’re going out in the sun, be sure to apply sunscreen and to wear a hat or head covering.

If you have hair loss around the crown of your head, you’re more susceptible to sunburn in this area. The main symptoms to look out for include skin that: This typically happens from being out in the sun, but can also occur from man-made sources of UV light, such as tanning beds. Sunburn happens when you’re overexposed to UV light. The condition can also impact the entire scalp or other parts of the body. It can cause bald patches on the scalp, including on the crown of the head. A 2014 cohort study of 39,070 men found that male pattern baldness was moderately associated with an increased risk for aggressive prostate cancer.Īlopecia areata is believed to occur when your immune system attacks your hair follicles.A 2013 meta-analysis of six studies involving over 36,990 men found a modest association between androgenic alopecia affecting the crown of the head and an increased risk of coronary heart disease.It’s also possible that androgenic alopecia affecting the crown of your head may also increase the risk of other illnesses. While the exact pattern of hair loss can differ between men ( male pattern baldness) and women ( female pattern baldness), androgenic alopecia is associated with thinning of the hair at the crown of the head for both sexes. Many people with androgenic alopecia have a family history of this type of hair loss. Two types of hair loss that can commonly impact the crown of your head include androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata.Īndrogenic alopecia is the most common form of hair loss in both men and women. Hair loss happens when you begin to lose hair from your scalp or other parts of your body. Now let’s explore some of the different health conditions that can affect the crown of your head. Sex, Drugs and Rachmaninoff published by Pink Narcissus PressĪll the Variables & Other Love Storieswon first place in the 2009 Utah Arts Council book-length manuscript competition.What health issues are common to this area of the head? Saga of the Jomsvikings published by Burnt Bridge Press The first book in this seven part series, is The Crow’s Head.Īdrian’s novel, Carpe Mañana, is currently in the process of seeking publication.

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The Crow's Head by Adrian Stumpp