66 citations,
June 2018 in “International Journal of Women's Dermatology” No cure for female pattern hair loss, but various effective treatments exist.
62 citations,
January 2013 in “Skin Pharmacology and Physiology” Low iron and vitamin D levels are linked to hair loss in women.
56 citations,
January 2008 in “Dermatology” Higher iron levels in the blood are not linked to increased hair loss in women.
53 citations,
May 2010 in “PubMed” Spironolactone helps regrow hair in women with hair loss.
41 citations,
April 2012 in “Journal of The European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology” Dutasteride-containing mesotherapy effectively treats female hair loss, improving density and thickness with minimal side effects.
21 citations,
May 2016 in “The Cochrane library” Topical minoxidil helps treat female pattern hair loss, but more research needed for other treatments.
17 citations,
May 2018 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Most women in the study lost hair due to chronic shedding, with stress and nutrient deficiencies being common factors.
17 citations,
July 2003 in “Metabolism-clinical and Experimental” Women with female-pattern baldness produce more testosterone, but 5a-reductase inhibition treatment won't help.
14 citations,
January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” Female pattern hair loss treatments vary in effectiveness and may have side effects.
11 citations,
November 2012 in “Seminars in Cutaneous Medicine and Surgery” Genetic factors affect hair loss, and molecular testing may help predict, diagnose, and treat it.
4 citations,
January 2019 in “Annals of Dermatology” Higher levels of MiR-92a-1-5p and miR-328-3p found in female hair loss patients.
June 2024 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” SFRP2 and PTGDS may be key factors in female hair loss.
May 2024 in “Medicine today” Older age, family history, and low iron levels increase the risk of female hair loss.
11 citations,
November 2015 in “Skin Research and Technology” Women's hair grows faster and thicker than men's, but hair growth slows for both genders with pattern hair loss.
January 2024 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Men's and women's pattern hair loss progress differently, with men showing more hair thinning and women having more widespread hair loss.
3 citations,
January 2020 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology” Certain gene variations in the Vitamin D Receptor are linked to higher risk of female hair loss.
PRP therapy with Derma roller effectively promotes hair re-growth and reduces hair fall in women with pattern hair loss.
47 citations,
December 2006 in “Therapy” The dietary supplement helped increase hair growth in women with hair loss.
September 2023 in “International journal of Unani and integrative medicine” Hair loss patterns are linked to temperament and can help diagnose it.
August 2022 in “Nutrients” Nutritional supplements may help improve hair growth in female pattern hair loss.
June 2022 in “Our Dermatology Online” Trichoscopy is essential for early detection and monitoring of female-pattern hair loss.
November 2021 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Different stages and types of female hair loss are linked with age, menopause, high blood pressure, and skin conditions like acne and hirsutism.
14 citations,
January 2016 in “International Journal of Trichology” Many women with hair loss also have thyroid issues, high blood pressure, and low Vitamin D.
11 citations,
January 2014 in “Egyptian Journal of Dermatology and Venereology” Women losing hair might have lower levels of vitamin D.
1 citations,
January 2019 in “Journal of the Egyptian Women's Dermatologic Society (Print)” Minoxidil 2% is more effective for female hair loss, but botanicals have fewer side effects.
October 2022 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Hormonal imbalances contribute to female hair loss, and trichoscopy is a useful diagnostic tool.
January 2009 in “Hair transplant forum international” Dr. Rodney Sinclair uses a detailed grading system to diagnose female pattern hair loss, recommends daily spironolactone and minoxidil for treatment, and believes genetics play a role in the condition.
22 citations,
February 2002 in “Clinics in Geriatric Medicine” Many elderly women experience unwanted facial hair and various hair loss conditions, with treatments available for each condition.
Stress significantly contributes to hair loss, especially in women and those aged 31-40.
September 2023 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” About one-third of Saudi women with female pattern hair loss also have thinning hair at the back of their head.