Female Pattern Baldness
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Understanding Female Pattern Baldness
Overview
Female pattern baldness, also known as alopecia in women, is a prevalent hair issue affecting many women. This condition is caused by a combination of hormonal changes, aging, and genetics. Unlike male pattern baldness, it doesn't result in a receding hairline. Instead, hair thinning occurs across the entire scalp.
Hair Loss Patterns
In women, hair thinning due to alopecia occurs without a clearly defined pattern. It typically starts after age 40 and rarely leads to complete baldness. Here are the common patterns observed:
- General thinning across the scalp, often more pronounced at the back.
- Thinning across the scalp, more noticeable at the front but not affecting the frontal hairline.
- Diffuse thinning across the scalp, affecting and sometimes breaching the frontal hairline.
Symptoms
On average, women lose around 100-125 hairs daily. Losing more can indicate alopecia, characterized by:
- Thinning hair across the entire head.
- Hair loss at the crown or hairline, ranging from mild to moderate.
Causes
Female pattern baldness is influenced by testosterone, a male hormone present in females. Some women are more sensitive to this hormone, leading to hair thinning. Testosterone interacts with the enzyme 5-alpha-reductase, producing DHT within hair follicles. This causes hairs to become shorter and finer, reduces blood supply, and results in thinning.
Diagnosis
Hair loss patterns in women are less obvious than in men. A qualified physician should conduct the diagnosis, assessing hair loss patterns and ruling out other causes. A skin biopsy or additional tests may be necessary to identify underlying medical conditions.
Treatment
After diagnosis, appropriate treatment is essential. Common treatments include:
- Rogaine: Widely used to address hair thinning.
- Aldactone: Particularly effective for post-menopausal women.
- Hair Transplantation: A modern and popular solution for restoring hair density.
By understanding and addressing female pattern baldness effectively, women can achieve better hair health and confidence.
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