I'm really concerned about my hair loss and heard that hijama wet cupping might help remove DHT from the scalp. Could this actually work for hair loss? Would love to know if it's a viable option or just a myth.

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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Hijama (wet cupping) has limited scientific evidence to support its effectiveness in removing DHT from the scalp or curing hair loss, and its benefits are largely anecdotal,

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