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Hair Loss in Women

It's normal to notice some hair on the pillow, in the shower or tub, or in your brush or comb. In fact, most people lose about 100 hairs each day. However, large amounts of hair in these places suggests you are losing hair suddenly.

Is the hair on your scalp thinning, or does it appear nearly normal?

Yes, the hair on my scalp is thinning.

The hair on my scalp seems normal.

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