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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

Does Wearing A Hat Cause Hair Loss

Health Encyclopedia: Hair Loss

Alternative Names

Loss of hair; Alopecia; Baldness


Home Care

Hair loss from menopause or childbirth often returns to normal 6 months to 2 years later.

For hair loss caused by illness (such as fever), radiation therapy, or medication use, no treatment is necessary. The hair will usually grow back when the illness has ended or the therapy is finished. A wig, hat, or other covering may be desired until the hair grows back.

For hair loss due to heredity, age, ...

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