Female Alopecia

Hair loss in women can have various causes, including androgenetic alopecia, hormonal changes, menopause, stress, nutritional deficiencies or health problems. In many cases, several factors coexist. A medical diagnosis is essential to identify the main cause and define the most appropriate treatment.

When hair loss is persistent, accompanied by progressive thinning, loss of density or increased visibility of the scalp, it may be female alopecia. Unlike occasional shedding, alopecia tends not to recover spontaneously without medical treatment.

Yes. Androgenetic alopecia is the most common form of female alopecia. It mainly manifests as hair thinning at the top of the scalp, usually preserving the frontal hairline. It can appear at any age and worsen with hormonal changes, such as those associated with menopause.

Menopause can trigger or worsen female alopecia due to hormonal changes, especially the reduction of oestrogens. In some women, hair loss may become progressive if left untreated. With medical follow-up, it is possible to slow progression and improve hair density.

Yes. In situations such as intense stress, postpartum, illness or nutritional deficiencies, hair loss can be temporary. However, when hair loss persists for several months or visible thinning occurs, it is important to rule out female alopecia through medical evaluation.

You should seek a doctor when hair loss is persistent, progressive or associated with loss of density and thinning of the hair shaft. The earlier the diagnosis is made, the greater the chances of controlling female alopecia and achieving better treatment results.

Treatment for female alopecia depends on the identified cause. It may include personalised supplementation, medical therapies, regenerative treatments such as PRP or exosomes and, in selected cases, female hair transplantation. A combined and personalised approach tends to be the most effective.

Yes. At Clínica LHR, medical evaluation may include specific tests to identify the cause of hair loss, such as the TrichoTest, which assesses genetic predisposition to female alopecia, and nutritional tests when indicated. These tests help define the most appropriate treatment.

Yes, in selected cases. Female hair transplantation may be indicated when alopecia is stabilised and there is localized density loss. The decision should always be preceded by a thorough medical evaluation to ensure safety and natural results.

Not all types of female alopecia have a definitive cure, but many can be controlled with appropriate treatment. The goal is to slow progression, stimulate growth and improve hair quality, with ongoing medical follow-up.