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Lately a lot of hair has been falling out i'm 21 yrs old what can it be am i shedding?
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May become a problem: What you are describing is called alopecia, which has many forms and can occur from many different causes. This is a condition that requires the expertise of a dermatologist to correctly diagnose and treat.
Answered 3/27/2014
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