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Im a 20 yr old female, considerably healthy, but my hair is starting to fall out more, only difference i did was doing less exersice in last 2 months?

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Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

A few causes: Hormonal issues ( like thyroid disease), stress, or recent infections are frequent causes. I'd make an appointment with your doctor for testing

Answered 7/12/2014

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A member asked:

Im a 20 yr old female, considerably healthy, but my hair is starting to fall out more, only difference i did was doing less exersice in last 2 months?

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Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

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