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I am male , 24 , my hairs rapidly falling , facing heavy dandruff problem . what medicine should i take to stop hair fall and treatment for dandruff ?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Alopecia: Hair loss. I would l consider a thyroid problem or a fungal infection. I would get this checked and there is no good over the counter solution.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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