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| TRUSTED HEALTH TOOLS | | Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience. | | Use these simple calculators and self-assessments for personalized health tips. | | | |
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| HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK | | Is stress to blame for hair loss? | Stress and hair loss can be related. Extreme emotional or physical stress, such as a traumatic injury, could take a toll on your tresses. In these cases, any hair loss is usually temporary. Be sure to talk to your doctor if you notice sudden or patchy hair loss or more than usual hair loss when combing or washing your hair. | | Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org. |
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