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What can i do for really damaged hair? can a disease cause this?
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Sure.: Nutritional deficiencies, hormone problems, skin disorders, infections. See your doc and get a general checkup with appropriate bloodwork. If no good answer found, ask for a referral to a dermatologist.
Answered 11/28/2017
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