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Yes, both lupus and hydroxychloroquine can affect your hair:

Lupus
- Hair Loss: Lupus can cause hair loss by attacking hair follicles, leading to inflammation and rashes on the scalp
- Types of Hair Loss:
- Scarring Alopecia: Hair loss due to discoid lesions, which is irreversible once scarring occurs.
- Nonscarring Show Full Answer

Yes, both lupus and hydroxychloroquine can affect your hair:

Lupus:
- Hair Loss: Lupus can cause hair loss by attacking hair follicles, leading to inflammation and rashes on the scalp.
- Types of Hair Loss:
- Scarring Alopecia: Hair loss due to discoid lesions, which is irreversible once scarring occurs.
- Nonscarring Alopecia: Hair loss that can potentially be reversed if treated early.

Hydroxychloroquine:
- Side Effects: The medication can cause changes in hair growth and color, and some people report hair loss as a side effect.

It's important to treat lupus first and then address hair loss. Consult your doctor for personalized advice.

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