Androgenetic hair loss (AKA male pattern baldness or female pattern hair loss)
This is the most prevalent type of hair loss in both men and women. It occurs when hair gradually becomes thinner, shorter, and less pigmented over time.
Symptoms:
The symptoms of androgenetic hair loss differ between men and women.
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In men, it typically starts with a receding hairline, followed by thinning at the crown of the head.
Over time, these areas may merge, leading to partial or complete baldness.
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Women usually experience diffuse hair thinning across the top of the scalp, which is often less severe than in men.
Alopecia Areata
This is the most prevalent type of hair loss in both men and women. It occurs when hair gradually becomes thinner, shorter, and less pigmented over time.
This is characterized by round or oval patches of hair loss on the scalp or other parts of the body. In some cases, complete hair loss (alopecia totalis) or loss of all body hair (alopecia universalis) may occur.
The exact cause of alopecia areata is still unknown, but it is believed to be an autoimmune condition.
While some topicals can help; for severe cases we recommend seeing your local dermatology provider for an in-person visit.
Traction Alopecia
Traction alopecia is caused by repetitive pulling or tension on the hair. This is commonly associated with hairstyles that involve tight ponytails, braids, or hair extensions.
Over time, the constant tension weakens the hair follicles, leading to hair breakage and loss.
Telogen Effluvium
Telogen effluvium is characterized by excessive hair shedding and thinning; oftentimes it’s triggered by factors such as physical or emotional stress, hormonal changes, nutritional deficiencies, medications, or underlying medical conditions.
It occurs when a significant number of hair follicles enter the resting phase (telogen) prematurely, resulting in increased hair loss.