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I am experiencing hair loss (quality: rising hairline) . the following also describes me: irregular menstrual periods. what should i do?

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Dr. Karen Butler
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Family Medicine 23 years experience
Well few issues: First of all you are 50 years old so the irregular periods may be. Kemal part of the menapausal state. Same with the hair loss issue. Now there also may be an imbalance issue and you should have your blood checked especially your thyroid. So go get checked out good so you can have your answers and not worry
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