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Do medicated shampoos cause hairfall as side effect?
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No: Scaly , inflammed scalp can increase shedding. There are other reasons for hairloss including low iron in women, low thyroid, or hormonal abnormalitites. If it persists see dermatologsit for evaluation and blood tests.
Answered 7/29/2012
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