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84 years old on Hydroxyurea 10 years for Essential Thrombocythemia. Numbers usually 600-700. On 28 pills per week. I take 4 pills at night with a bit of food and water to avoid any stomach issues in the day. Yes hair loss has recently become a problem. Does not seem to be due to anything else but not getting much help with that. Serious issue for me and upsetting. Hematologist will barely discuss any issues as it seems he is centered only on the blood thing. I need to try to look after all of me and want to stay mobile. Not sure what to do.

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I take HU and hair was falling out in clumps. Essential Amino Acids stopped the hair loss, and my hair has completely grown back in, although it’s a little bit frizzy now. I use Doublewood brand that I order online. Maybe it will help you.