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Why has nearly all my under arm hair disappeared in the last couple years?

Yes, hair loss....other than your scalp....can be a consequence of aging. Since arm pit hair is not medically important (nor cosmetically pleasing to...

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When should I call my doctor about hair loss?

Call your doctor about hair loss if: You suspect that you or your child has alopecia areata, or that your child has trichotillomania; both...

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What is hair loss?

There are many types of hair loss, also called alopecia: Gradual thinning of hair with age is a natural condition known as involutional alopecia...

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What causes hair loss?

Doctors do not know why certain hair follicles are programmed to have a shorter growth period than others. Although a person's level of androgens...

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What other options do I have for hair loss?

There are many options and alternative cosmetic treatments for hair loss. Some of these are listed here and include hair fiber powders, hairpieces...

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What specific treatments are there for hair loss in women?

Female hair loss treatments include minoxidil (Rogaine), hair transplants, hair powder fibers like Toppik, wigs, hair extensions, and weaves. Non-FDA...

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Is hair loss in women different than men?

Female-pattern baldness Women lose hair on an inherited (genetic) basis, too, but the female pattern tends to be more diffuse, with less likelihood...

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What are causes of hair loss?

There are many causes of scalp hair loss, and they do differ in men and women. This article will cover the common ones. Studies show that losing up...

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Is there a correlation between hair loss and stress?

Both emotional and physical stress (such as a serious illness or recovery from surgery) have been associated with hair loss. It is possible that...

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What are some other possible early side effects from radiation therapy besides fatigue, skin problems and hair loss?

Other early side effects are usually specific to the site that receives the radiation. Eating Problems Radiation therapy to the head, neck, or parts...

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What are the nonmedical causes of hair loss in children?

While many causes of hair loss require a doctor's attention, others will resolve on their own with time. These include: Newborn hair loss. Many...

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