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I have psoriasis on my scalp, can that cause hair loss/female pattern baldness? my father has psoriasis.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Possibly: Consult a dermatologist and get checked for autoimmune illness.

Dr Kamnani agreed

Answered 7/4/2014

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A member asked:

I have psoriasis on my scalp, can that cause hair loss/female pattern baldness? my father has psoriasis.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kamnani agreed

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