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Im suffering from hair loss and brittle nails which break by itself, what could cause this?
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Hair loss: One of the causes of hair loss is thyroid disease. If you have been evaluated by your physician and there is no obvious medical cause, visit a skilled beautician who will evaluate your hair and recommend proper hair care for you.
Answered 9/24/2015
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