I’m a Breakdancer, and I Spin On My Head — Now There’s a Bald Spot!

Dear experts,
I’ve been a breakdancer for over 5 years now and I spun on my head for the past 4. About 4 months ago I decided to cut my hair really short for the summer and noticed I have about a 2 inch by 1inch spot on the top of my head where the hair has thinned out, (obviously from the constant rubbing). Even after 4 months the hair hasn’t grown back very much and Im guessing I might have built up some scar tissue there even though I would always wear a hat. I don’t spin on my head anymore and would like to continue to wear my hair short, but it feels a little awkward with this slightly bald spot on my head. Are there any solutions you could recommend so I could wear my hair short without feeling self-conscious about the bald spot on my head?

I didn’t realize break dancing could be hazardous to your hair.

You describe a condition known as traction alopecia, where repeated rubbing and/or pulling of hair will cause hair loss. This type of hair loss is usually permanent. There is not much you can do other than to grow your hair out longer or perhaps use a beanie/skull cap. You may try minoxidil (Rogaine), but I doubt most of your hair will grow back. You may also consider a hair transplant, but you would need to be evaluated by a qualified physician first.