Hair Loss in Women
The most common type of hair loss in women is female pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia. While there are close to 30 different conditions that cause hair loss in women, only a few are responsible for most cases.
Therefore, it is important that you have a detailed history and examination so that we can confirm or rule out possible medical causes of your hair loss.
It can be emotionally difficult when women lose their hair. Hair loss affects everyone differently, but no one wants to go bald. Male hair loss is discussed more in the media and female hair loss can often be forgotten.
Hair loss in women is more common than you might think. By the age of 40, almost 40% of women experience some form of visible hair loss. Fortunately, it’s treatable, and that’s where we come in.
Causes of Hair Loss in Women
- Alopecia Areata
Scar Diseases of Hair Follicle - Stress
- Poor nutrition
- Medications
- Weight Loss
- Iron Deficiency and Anemia
- Testosterone
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome