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What bloodwork should be done in the case of excessive, chronic hair loss following birth control that hasnt stopped in over a year?
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Type of hormones: in your contraceptive, are the likely cause. Pregnancy and hormone birth control can cause excessive temporary loss. Thyroid testing could be checked.
Answered 4/15/2019
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