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How Can Hair Loss Be Treated?

I have a concern about hair loss. I am female, 78 yrs. old and notice thinning or breaking of my hair on my head. The only drug that I have been taking for any length of time is gabapentin (400 mg) one tablet twice a day for neuropathy. This or another suggestion?
Mon, 5 Dec 2016
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Hello and welcome to Healthcamagic.
Well,this. medication should not cause such side effects and this is probably just some dermatologic issues.you need to see dermatologist and have appropriate ointments. hair loss may be treated with minkxidil.
I hope I have answered your query. I wish you a nice day.
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How Can Hair Loss Be Treated?

Hello and welcome to Healthcamagic. Well,this. medication should not cause such side effects and this is probably just some dermatologic issues.you need to see dermatologist and have appropriate ointments. hair loss may be treated with minkxidil. I hope I have answered your query. I wish you a nice day.