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Does not drink enough water per day, cause hair loss problems ?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hydration: Significant to severe chronic dehydration can lead to thin and brittle hair that can break off more easily.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/20/2020

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