Women make up approximately 40 percent of hair loss sufferers in the United States. For many women, hair loss is a symptom of stress, pregnancy or a reaction to medication. For others, genetics, injury or disease are to blame.
Causes of Hair Loss in Women
- Inherited sensitivity to Dihydrotestosterone (DHT)
- Androgenetic Alopecia
- Telogen or Anagen Effluvium
- Traction Alopecia
Hair Loss Treatment Options for Women
There are many medications your dermatologist can recommend including Minoxidil topical treatment, androgen receptor inhibitors or estrogen/progesterone. For certain women, hair transplantation surgery may be recommended, especially if a donor area exists that hasn’t been affected by hair loss.
