Hello, can scratching?

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hello I was wondering if you scratch your head can it kill a hair follicle?

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    Hi,

    It depends, if you scratch your itchy skin aggressively and repeatedly it can cause your scalp and hair follicles. This can result in temporary hair loss.

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