Women's Hair Loss

Hair loss in women can be devastating both aesthetically and emotionally. While baldness in men is commonly accepted and rarely stared at, a woman with extensive hair loss may be the center of unwanted attention. She is likely to feel abnormal and lacking in some sense.

The female pattern of hair loss is in complete contrast to that of the male. While receding hairlines and bald patches are commonly seen in men, women experience sudden thinning of all the hair. It tends to be more obvious on the top of the head.

The leading cause of hair loss in women is ‘Androgenetic Alopecia.’ Many women inherit this from either side of the family. Women who suffer from this condition experience hair loss due to changes in hormone levels during menopause. Before menopause sets in, estrogen counteracts a group of hormones known as androgens which convert to DHT or dihydrotestosterone. In the post-menopause phase, declining levels of estrogens causes rapid conversion of the androgens to DHT. This adversely affects the hair follicles in women who have inherited Androgenetic Alopecia.

Other causes of hair loss in women include:

Anagen Effluvium: This is hair loss caused my medication such as cancer drugs which poison the hair follicle.

Telogen Effluvium: Occasionally, women may be exposed to severe hair loss when a large number of hairs go into the resting phase simultaneously. This causes sudden loss of hair. However, this hair loss is temporary and new hair will start growing very soon. Common reasons for this type of hair loss include dieting, childbirth, birth control pills, illnesses, or even emotional stress.

Shiny and lovely hair is not too far away – it is widely available at Reese Hair Restoration. Visit Dr. Reese today to find out about the range of options available for female hair loss. Aside from beautiful hair, Dr. Reese’s artistic eye can help you achieve a head full of hair which suits you and your personality!

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