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The document concludes that hair loss in women can be treated with topical treatments or hormone therapy depending on the cause.
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Female pattern hair loss, common in women, can be treated with various methods like minoxidil, anti-androgen treatments, and light therapy, but early intervention and realistic expectations are crucial.
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