Female pattern hair loss: A comprehensive review

Abstract

Female pattern hair loss is a common form of hair loss in women that increases in incidence with age. The etiology is unknown with numerous factors identified that influence its onset. Female pattern hair loss may be viewed as a marker for an increased risk of cardiovascular and metabolic disease. New treatments include microneedling, low-level laser therapy, and autologous fat transfer. This article focuses on the pathophysiology, diagnosis, systemic associations, and current treatments for female pattern hair loss, which is the most common cause of alopecia in women.

Traction Alopecia: Clinical and Cultural Patterns

“…[ 31 32 ] Sometimes other types of alopecia may be concurrent. [ 33 ] Currently, there is no cure for TA. Therefore, it is imperative that clinicians educate high-risk populations about it and those practices that may convey the risk of hair loss.…”

Frequency of Different Pattern of Hair Loss in Pakistani Men Using BASP Classification

“…Finally with the time, the complete loss of hairs of vertex represents a bald patch. 12 Various classification methods have been used for Androgenetic Alopecia. 13 Currently, the Hamilton-Norwood classification system [14][15] for men and Ludwig grade system 16 for women are commonly used for pattern hair loss.…”

Hair loss treatment information on Facebook: Content analysis and comparison with other online sources

“…5 Hair loss can affect both men and women, and can have a significant negative psychological impact. 6,7 With a myriad of hair loss treatments available, patients are increasingly using the Internet to search for hair loss information. [8][9][10] Patients utilize Facebook to access dermatologic treatment information and peer support.…”