Types and Treatment Options for Hair Loss

Fortunately, Dr. Shilpi Bhadani at SB Trichology offers multiple treatment options for Hair Loss In Women In Gurgaon. If you are considering one, continue reading this blog and explore different types of pattern hair loss in females along with their treatment options. Stay tuned and continue reading the blog below. 

Common Causes of Women Hair Loss

Here are some of the common causes of Women hair loss mentioned below: 

• Hormonal changes or imbalances caused by menopause, pregnancy, and PCOS. 

• Genetics is also responsible, if you have family history of hair thinning

• Aging; with age, natural growth of hair tends to slow down. 

• Chronic Stress may also trigger female pattern hair loss

• Certain underlying medical conditions, such as thyroid disorders or anemia, may also contribute to female pattern hair loss.

• Deficiencies of iron, vitamin D and protein often result in hair loss over time. 

• Usage of certain medications, such as birth control, anti-depressants and chemotherapy, may also result in hair loss.

Types of Women Hair Loss

Female pattern hair loss is broadly classified into three types, namely: 

• Type I 

Type I hair loss is also known as mild hair loss. In this type of hair loss, women often notice slight thinning along the central part of their crown. However, there is only a minimal hair loss. Therefore, this type of hair loss can be hidden with some hair styling.

• Type II

Type II is also known as moderate hair loss. This type of hair loss progresses or widens from the centre part. This is noticeable thinning and over time leads to decreased volume. It often progresses quickly, making your scalp more and more visible. 0

• Type III 

Type III is also known as advanced hair loss. Women with this hair loss experience diffuse thinning across the head/crown. At this stage, scalp becomes profoundly visibility. At this point, the only viable option left is hair transplant. 

Treatment Options for Women Hair Loss

Here are some of the effective treatment options for female pattern hair loss. 

• Topical Treatments

Topical treatments like minoxidil often come in 2% or 5%. This is an FDA-approved and most effective treatment option for female hair loss. This treatment works by increasing blood flow to hair follicles, prolonging the hair growth phase. Patients using this treatment can expect the results within 3-6 months. However, to enjoy maximum benefits, it is important to use it consistently for maintaining and achieving maximum benefits. 

• Oral Medications
  
  

A common example of oral medication prescribed for treating female pattern hair loss is Finasteride. This treatment works by blocking DHT, a hormone responsible for shortening the hair growth phase. Moreover, this hormone is also responsible for hair follicle shrinkage. However, this medication is typically prescribed to postmenopausal women, avoiding any hormonal side effects. 

• Nutritional Supplements

As previously mentioned before, hair loss is also caused by nutrient deficiencies. This is because hair health heavily depends upon nutrition. Thus, taking nutritional supplements can help control and manage hair loss. Examples of hair loss supplements that you can take are as follows: 

1. Biotin

2. Iron (if deficient)

3. Vitamin D

4. Zinc

5. Omega-3 fatty acids

6. Protein-rich diets
   
   

However, it is important that you don’t take any nutritional supplements without your dermatologist’s supervision. 

• Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy

This is a minimally invasive procedure that involves injecting platelet-rich plasma into the scalp. This therapeutic approach further helps by stimulating hair follicle activity and regeneration. Moreover, this treatment requires multiple sessions, spaced over weeks or sometimes months. With this treatment, patients have always given feedback stating they have noticed improvement in density and thickness. 

• Hair Transplant Surgery

Hair transplant surgery is one of the most effective last resorts for advanced hair loss. The surgery offers permanent and natural results. However, this approach is only ideal when hair loss is stable and the donor area has healthy hair. With results from this surgery, one can experience natural-looking permanent results with minimal downtime. Now, this surgery can be performed using two main techniques, namely: 

1. Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)

2. Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT)

Get expert consultation for Women Hair loss from Dr. Shilpi Bhadani at SB Trichology!

Female pattern hair loss is common but often overlooked. Luckily, Dr. Shilpi Bhadani at SB Trichology offers multiple effective treatment options for treating a wide range of female pattern hair loss. The treatment options at SB Trichology range from topical solutions and oral medications to advanced therapies like PRP and hair transplants.

If you are experiencing hair thinning and considering Hair Transplant In Gurgaon then trust Dr. Bhadani at SB Trichology for expertise and patient-centric approach. For more information, book your appointment today!