Hair Loss in Women
There are numerous reasons for hair loss in women, but two of those reasons are related to thyroid and testosterone levels.
Causes of Hair Loss
Low Thyroid
Addressing hair loss in women should begin with assessing thyroid. Here’s why:
- Low thyroid is notorious for causing hair loss.
- Women often have diminishing thyroid levels beginning in their mid-40s.
- Many women also begin to lose their hair during their mid-40s.
Testosterone and DHT
Some of your testosterone routinely converts to a hormone called DHT. DHT is important because it fuels sex drive. And DHT can also be responsible for hair loss…but only in women with DHT sensitive hair follicles (usually due to heredity).
Our belief is that DHT has far less to do with hair loss in women than other causes. If DHT were the primary culprit, hair loss among women would be common during the 20s and 30s when testosterone levels are highest. Instead, hair loss often begins later on when testosterone levels are declining.
Stress and Adrenal Dysfunction
Stress negatively impacts just about every system in the body. Your hair is no exception. In particular, the stress hormone cortisol can trigger hair loss.
Treatment for Hair Loss
Our approach to hair loss is simple:
- Our physicians replace thyroid to healthy levels if deficient.
- There are various topical and oral solutions that can address excess DHT for those with DHT sensitive hair.
- We treat cortisol levels if too high or too low.
- Our physicians can recommend supplements that will support hair health.
Few things are more upsetting to a woman than losing her hair. The emotional toll hair loss causes should be taken seriously. Let’s discuss your options.