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Is the alcohol-induced hair loss reversible?

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I doubt that alcohol: I do not think alcohol causes hair loss. But it is a good reason not to drink...Perhaps alopecia issue would not arise in that case.

Answered 9/5/2013

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Is the alcohol-induced hair loss reversible?

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