I need help my hair is falling out from the root and dead at the ends Female 4/10/2023
A female user is experiencing hair loss from the root and dead ends, likely due to post-partum effects, ankylosing spondylitis, and low iron. She seeks advice on improving hair health before going fully blonde.
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