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I've been on accutane 5mg for 1 year and just recently noticed more hairloss. is this seasonal or could it be accutane? i had no complaints before.

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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Probably drug: Speak to your doctor it is likely a side affect of the Accutane.

Answered 10/7/2014

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A member asked:

I've been on accutane 5mg for 1 year and just recently noticed more hairloss. is this seasonal or could it be accutane? i had no complaints before.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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