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I've been on Accutane for four weeks now. My scalp is very dry and a lot of hair is falling out. Is this normal?

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Dr. Morris Westfried, MD
Dr. Morris Westfried, MD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Mar 27, 2016
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