Women's Hair Loss
In North America, there are 20 million women experiencing excessive hair loss, with 10 million of them under the age of 40.
Women and Hair Loss: Navigating a Transitional Period
During certain transitional phases in a woman's life, such as puberty, pregnancy, or menopause, hormonal changes can lead to significant hair loss, which may sometimes progress rapidly. This thinning is often hereditary, influenced by patterns seen in close relatives like a mother or aunt. However, hair loss can also be influenced by various factors, including hormonal fluctuations.
Unlike in men, where approximately 90% of hair loss cases are due to hereditary male pattern baldness, women experience hair loss due to a broader range of factors. These can include thyroid imbalances, vitamin deficiencies (like B12), poor blood circulation, inadequate diet (such as anorexia), emotional stress, and hormonal imbalances. Additionally, autoimmune conditions such as lupus and alopecia can also contribute to thinning hair.
