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I am 54 years old. i started loosing my hair about maybe 4 or 5 months ago. i have lost probably lost half of my hair. what can i do? please help????

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Dr. Samantha Maplethorpe answered

Specializes in Functional Medicine

Hair loss: It's sounds like it is time to visit your doctor. You need an evaluation for the cause of your hair loss.

Answered 5/21/2014

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