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Since 5 yrs i am having problems, dark facial skin, pcos, appendicitis, brittle hair, and much more i can't explain.can it be an autoimmune disease?

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Dr. Humaira Hashmi answered

Autoimmune: Yes it can be because of autoimmune disease . Make sure your vitamins levels are normal . Take vitamin b12 and Vit D along with multi vitamins . Eat healthy diet and daily exercise

Answered 5/24/2015

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A member asked:

Since 5 yrs i am having problems, dark facial skin, pcos, appendicitis, brittle hair, and much more i can't explain.can it be an autoimmune disease?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Humaira Hashmi answered

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