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Hello my mom is 37 years old she is suffering from thyroid , her thyroid is in control now bt she is having too much hairfall please help?

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Dr. David Geffner answered

Specializes in Endocrinology

What thyroid?: Both over and underactive thyroid conditions can be associated with hair loss. Have her talk to the doctor treating her or to a thyroidologist.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 12/25/2014

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