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I fell and hit my head half inch cut but bled bad, it's been 2 days can i wash my hair!?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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Wash hair: Yes you should be able to wash yourhair.

Answered 10/8/2013

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A member asked:

I fell and hit my head half inch cut but bled bad, it's been 2 days can i wash my hair!?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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