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A member asked:

I am a 29 year old female and lately i have been getting boils on the scalp and i am losing hair what could this mean do i need medication ?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Yes: You have some type of infection on your scalp, be seen and evaluated.

Dr Conovalciuc agreed

Answered 9/12/2012

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Dr. Joseph Mele answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Good question.: And a good time to go see your doctor. Your primary medical doctor (internal medicine or family practice for example, or a board certified dermatologist should be able to help you.

Answered 1/3/2013

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