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My hair is very long and i've been to unwell to wash it for 15 days now. can this make me more unwell? or cause infection?
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No: It generally wouldn't contribute to your illness although it can contribute to your overall feeling of being unwell. There are products available for "dry shampooing" - perhaps a friend or family member could do this for you?
Answered 1/5/2019
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