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I'm 59 and dx with uctd three years ago. i have been taking plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) for 16 months. could plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine) contribute to thinning hair?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Yes: Hair loss has been reported in 0.1% to 1% of people using Hydroxychloroquine.

Answered 5/16/2020

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