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My hair has been falling out about 4 months now when i run my fingers through it, what can cause that, and how can i stop it?

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Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

Many things: Medical condition, medications side effect , vitamine deficiency.

Dr Altman agreed

Answered 11/11/2016

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A member asked:

My hair has been falling out about 4 months now when i run my fingers through it, what can cause that, and how can i stop it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bassam Amawi answered

Dr Altman agreed

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