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My usually thick hair is suddenly affected by hairfall which is making my frontal scalp very much visible...pls help?

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Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

Hair loss : It is normal to lose up to a hundred or so hairs a day. At times stress , medications , or systemic disease (thyroid, diabetes ) may be the cause . If the condition does not improve after a few months, see a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment options.

Answered 5/19/2013

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A member asked:

My usually thick hair is suddenly affected by hairfall which is making my frontal scalp very much visible...pls help?

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