40% of women affected by female pattern hair loss by age 50
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August marks National Hair Loss Awareness Month. Many people may think of it as something men mainly experience, but it affects plenty of women, too. A study from the National Institutes of Health found that female pattern hair loss affects roughly 40% of women by the time they turn 50.
Breakdown
- Female pattern hair loss affects about 40% of women by age 50. 13s
- Causes include genetics, hormonal changes, damaged follicles, stress, and medications. 17s
- Hair loss patterns differ between women and men, with women losing hair mainly at the frontal and edge areas. 46s
- Hair loss can have a significant emotional impact on women, especially during life changes like postpartum or menopause. 1m 19s
- Treatment options include early consultation with a doctor and medications such as minoxidil. 2m 3s