48 year old female with hair loss at temples. Can the location of hair loss point to a diagnosis (not center part)? (Photo)

Based on your photos and description it would be difficult to determine the cause of your hair loss-and this would guide further therapy. Non-surgical treatments include Minoxidil ,Low Level Laser Light,and/or PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma). These are relatively successful at preserving hair and preventing loss but have limited success in "growing" new hair (thickening up existing miniaturized hairs). I would recommend an evaluation by a Dermatologist or experienced Hair Restoration surgeon.

This needs an in-person evaluation. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Certainly the location of hair loss can point to a diagnosis. But more is needed especially a full history and up close examination. Please see a physician who specializes in hair loss. First and foremost you need a diagnosis. Several possibilities exist although telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia are the most likely.