 Hair Loss in Women
While hair loss is often viewed as a man's problem, as many as
two-thirds of women also experience thinning hair at some time during
their lives.
Female Pattern Baldness
In many women, hair loss may result from "female pattern baldness,"
which can present itself in women as young as age 30. Female pattern
baldness often begins with thinning at the part and on the top of the
head and it becomes more diffuse over time.
Temporary Hair Loss
Certain factors may encourage hair follicles to enter the Telogen
phase prematurely and may prevent new hairs from replacing those shed.
Treatment to remove or alleviate the inciting stress factor will often
encourage the re-growth of hair in a two to four months.
Causes of Temporary Hair Loss
- Decreased "estrogen" after childbirth
- Discontinued use of oral contraceptives
- Menopause
- Severe emotional stress
- Physical stress of major surgery
- Severe infection
- High fever
- Thyroid disease
- Certain skin disorders
- Use of some medications for high blood pressure, arthritis, high
cholesterol
- The autoimmune disorder known as alopecia areata
- Severely restricted diet containing little or no protein or iron
If you are
concerned about excessive hair loss or dramatic thinning use the
Self Assessment form or
telephone 0800 614853 (Overseas +44 1924
200918) to make a private, no-cost consultation with one of our
experienced doctors.
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