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I have dry scalp and hair breakage causing thinning of hair. what would be treatments for this?
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Depends on Diagnosis: For example, seb dermatitis of the scalp may cause this and medicated shampoos may benefit and improve your condition, but a proper diagnosis should be made first before any treatment. good luck.
Answered 2/26/2015
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