Falling Hair Treatment for Female? Doctor Answers, Tips
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Falling Hair Treatment for Female?

I'm 21 years old, female and I'm very upset. My hair is very thin and fall too much. Please, I'm very upset about my hair. What can I do?

5 Doctor Answers | Asked by kalpana in doha qatar
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Treatment of hair loss in women

There may be a variety of reasons for hair loss or thinning in women. Vitamin deficiencies can contribute to this. Numerous disease states or hormone conditions can be assciated with hair loss as well. You should be evaluated by your gynecologist and possibly a dermatologist or endocrinologist. Some physicians have prescribed Rogaine for women as on epossible treatmtent.
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Female Hair Treatment

Many different possible causes for hair loss to include nutritional deficiencies or hormonal changes in the body. So something non surgically such as Rogaine and low level light therapy may work. I would suggest to go to your primary doctor to do some tests and blood work to check if you lack any vitamins, minerals or if you have a hormonal unbalance. Your provider will go through an extensive history and physical that will include laboratory evaluation and possible biopsy. more
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Hair Loss in Women

There are many different possible causes for hair loss or thinning hair in women, which include nutritional deficiencies, disease states such as hypothyroidism or anemia, hormonal conditions, medications and genetics to name a few. I recommend you consult with a board-certified dermatologist who has a lot of experience in evaluating and treating hair loss in women.

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Treament Options for Female Hair Loss

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Hair loss treatments for women

Very sorry to hear of your condition. Because women's hair loss is usually diffused, only a small percentage of women are good candidates for hair transplantation.  Other modalities such as Rogaine and Luce have worked well. An evaluation by your physician would be a good start. You can also seek out a hair specialist in your area and let them take a look at your hair and advise what would work best for you.
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