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Hair disorders

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Trichotillomania | Sydney Children's Hospitals Network

There are many causes of patchy hair loss (alopecia)

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Hair - Better Health Channel

Human hair grows one centimetre every month.

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Female pattern hair loss - MyDr.com.au

It's common for women to experience hair thinning with age, called female pattern hair loss. The pattern of hair loss is different in women compared to men and complete baldness is rare. See if you could be affected and what treatments are available.

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Male pattern hair loss - MyDr.com.au

Male pattern hair loss is inherited and typically starts from about age 30. Treatments are available for men who wish to slow down hair loss, stimulate hair regrowth or disguise hair loss.

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Hair loss overview - MyDr.com.au

Hair loss (alopecia) is common and can cause significant worry and anxiety. But there are several ways of treating and managing hair loss.

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