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I had trichotillomania for 6 years , thank god now i don't pull my hair anymore. but i don't know how can i grow my hair back ? oils ? vitamins ?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Trichotilomania: Your hair should grow back on its own. How long ago did you stop pulling it out? Best wishes to you.

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Answered 7/12/2014

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