Hair loss treatment for women
Hair Loss Treatment for Women
Hair loss can greatly impact a woman's way of life and self-image. With the possibility of causing severe emotional and social problems such as low self-esteem, anxiety and depression, the influence of hair loss can be devastating. Fortunately, with the right treatment patients can regain their confidence and live happier lives.
Dr Bonaros is a GMC-Registered Doctor (GMC No. 7566786), Verified ABHRS Diplomate, and Full Member of the ISHRS, who provides advanced hair loss treatments for women in Glasgow.
154 Clyde Street, G1 4EX, Glasgow
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Understanding female hair loss
Understanding Female Hair Loss
Hair loss in women is often a natural part of the ageing process, with many beginning to experience it after menopause. However, underlying medical conditions or illnesses can also result in thinning or slower hair regrowth. Understanding the root cause or causes of your hair loss is very important and is the first step towards finding a suitable treatment.
Common causes of hair loss in women include:
- Female pattern baldness (also known as androgenetic alopecia or hereditary hair loss)
- Alopecia areata
- Telogen effluvium
- Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Diet, stress, general health, certain medications and medical treatments can also contribute towards hair loss.
Treatment options
Treatment Options
Fortunately, advances in medicine mean there are now various ways to combat hair loss and promote hair health and growth.
Hair restoration treatments vary depending on the individual situation. The type of hair loss, its severity, and the areas it's affecting all impact how we decide to proceed. Surgical or non-surgical hair loss treatments may be recommended depending on your unique situation.
Treatment options
Surgical Hair Transplant
FUE hair transplant surgery is an advanced procedure that can be a highly effective hair loss treatment for women. It is an established method for treating hair loss conditions and symptoms such as thinning hair, female pattern hair loss and hairline issues. This type of transplant is often chosen for female pattern hair loss and other forms of alopecia.
The protocol is minimally invasive, creates little discomfort, and leaves minimal scarring. During a FUE transplant, hair follicles are individually harvested from a viable donor area, usually the back of the head, under local anaesthesia. The harvested follicles are implanted into the bald spots on the crown, mid-scalp or hairline.
Suitable candidates for a FUE transplant will also benefit from the advanced WAW Duo FUE system, which ensures optimal results.
Treatment options
Non-Surgical Treatments
While surgical hair replacement is effective in treating hair loss in women, it is not the only option available. Often, non-surgical hair loss treatments are considered as a first line of treatment to promote regrowth. These options can include MHRA-licensed treatments such as minoxidil, finasteride, and dutasteride, which may help slow the progression of hair loss, or growth factor scalp injections.
Women struggling with hair loss may be advised on these following a medical consultation.
Disclaimer: This content is meant for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
We've compiled a list of answers to all the questions most commonly asked by patients about women's hair loss treatments.
The most common signs of hair reduction in women include: excessive shedding while brushing or washing your hair, thinning hair around the crown, and a widening hair parting.
Several types of hair loss affect women: androgenetic alopecia (female pattern hair loss), alopecia areata (patchy loss where the immune system attacks the follicles), cicatricial (scarring) alopecia, frontal fibrosing alopecia (recession of the frontal hairline), telogen effluvium (temporary shedding triggered by stress, illness or hormonal change) and anagen effluvium (rapid loss during the active growth phase, typically linked to medication such as chemotherapy).
Yes, additional causes of hair loss in women include: polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), hormonal changes, short and long-term illnesses, certain types of medications and medical treatments, tight hairstyles such as weaves and hair extensions, skin conditions such as scleroderma or lichen planus, high levels of emotional or physical stress, dietary deficiencies, immune system imbalances, and vitamin deficiencies.
While a hair transplant for women offers a permanent solution for consistent growth in the thinning areas at the transplant site, it will not stop hair loss in the future.
The FUE technique is an extremely effective hair-thinning treatment for women suffering from hair loss on their frontal hairline, crown, at the temples and in the mid-scalp region.
FUE hair transplants for women have no set cost because they are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Hair transplants at our clinic start at £4 per graft.
Book a consultation with Dr Bonaros to discuss which hair loss treatment for women is best for you.
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Take the First Step Towards Regaining Your Confidence
If hair loss is affecting your confidence, Dr Bonaros can help you understand the cause and the right treatment for you. Book a consultation or complete the online assessment form to find out whether our surgical or non-surgical options suit your situation.
This content is meant for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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