Causes of Female Baldness

There can be many causes of female baldness and female hair loss. Each female hair loss case is different.  Some female hair loss causes have to do with genes, some have to do with illnesses, hormones, and stress. 

Many women lose hair after childbirth.  The reason for this has to do with the levels of hormones being imbalanced, causing the hair growth and loss cycle to distort itself.  This type of hair loss is temporary, and normal hair growth will return promptly.  Other causes of female hair loss that also relate to hormones are associated with hormone replacement therapy, menopause, and alterations in birth control pills.  These reasons all have to do with hormone levels changing, and typically hair returns to its normal growth cycle without much delay. 

Other causes of female baldness are associated with illnesses, such as eating disorders, like anorexia and bulimia, thyroid and liver disease, hypothydroidism, hepatic or renal failure, and viral, fungal, and protozoan infections.  Emotional problems and stress also can play a large part in female hair loss among many other female hair loss causes. 

Diet and nutrition can also affect hair growth and loss cycles in women.  Having a strong amount of protein, essential fatty acids, and zinc are all important, as deficiencies of these elements can cause hair loss and thinning.  Excess amounts of vitamin A can also cause hair loss. 

If you are experiencing female hair loss, causes of the problem can be many. Contact Pistone Hair Restoration for a consultation, the first step to putting an end to your hair loss worries.