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What can a person to help themselves with the disease of pulling hair out? had since i was little. no dr refuse to be labelled by physiatrist

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Dr. Steve Choi answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

There's help: Trichotillomania or hair pulling disorder can be managed by your PCP in consultation with a psychologist or mental health provider. A comprehensive approach including psychotherapy or habit reverse training and medications based on risk factors.

Answered 9/13/2014

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