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I have been advised to use betaderm lotion for hair fall. does it really help?

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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I DOUBT IT: It can only be effective if your hair loss were due to a severe follicitis! Otherwise the betaderm would be more likely to IRRITATE your scalp! Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 9/11/2017

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A member asked:

I have been advised to use betaderm lotion for hair fall. does it really help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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