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I have been put on yasmin as i have been diagnosed with polycystic ovaries. but the yasmin is making my scalp hair fall out.. recommend a pill?

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Losing hair: may not be related to Yasmin . Have blood counts, female hormone levels and thyroid function studies.

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Answered 7/5/2018

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