Brown Spots on My Scalp

Hello,
I’ve noticed that many bald heads and im 42 and well on my way have lots of brown discolouration spots/blotches on the scalp. Indeed i have them as well near the front hairline where hair has totally gone. This i guess is just part of the whole balding process but what is going on here? Its as if i am watching it advance as hair recedes! Is it an inflammatory response.? Does science know for sure??

Many thanks for your blog and your time.!!

You are very observant. These color changes in the scalp reflect sun damage, and one way to protect your skin is by using a good SPF sunscreen when you’re outdoors. It is unrelated to hair loss, but it makes sense that you’d notice these spots in an area of the scalp where there isn’t hair (like your frontal hairline).

These brown splotches may be precursors to skin cancers if left unchecked by a good doctor yearly, so be sure to get them looked at.