FEMALE
PATTERN HAIR LOSS
(Androgenetic Alopecia)
The most common type of hair loss seen in women
is androgenetic alopecia, also known as female
pattern alopecia or baldness. This is seen as hair
thinning predominantly over the top and sides of
the head. It affects approximately one-third of
all susceptible women, but is most commonly seen
after menopause, although it may begin as early as
puberty. Normal hair fall is approximately 100-125
hairs per day. Fortunately, these hairs are
replaced. True hair loss occurs when lost hairs
are not regrown or when the daily hair shed
exceeds 125 hairs. Genetically, hair loss can come
from either parents side of the family.
MYTHS RELATED TO HAIR LOSS
Frequent shampooing contributes to hair loss.
Hats and wigs cause hair loss.
100 strokes of the hair brush daily will create
healthier hair.
Permanent hair loss is caused by perms, colors
and other cosmetic treatments.
Women are expected to develop significant hair
loss if they are healthy.
Shaving one's head will cause the hair to grow
back thicker.
Standing on one's head will cause increased
circulation and thereby stimulate hair growth!
Dandruff causes permanent hair loss.
There are cosmetic products that will cause the
hair to grow thicker and faster.
Stress causes permanent hair loss.
Hair loss does not occur in the late teens or
early twenties.
Hair loss affects only intellectuals.
There is a cure for androgenetic Alopecia.
NON-SURGICAL HAIR REPLACEMENT FAQ
CAN THEY APPEAR NATURAL?
Modern day advancements in products along with
the technical skills of an experienced specialist
are essential. The most important factor is the
client him/herself. He or she must spend the
required time to keep the hair addition looking
its best.
WHAT IS BEST, HUMAN HAIR OR SYNTHETIC?
The choice depends entirely on the attachment
technique and life-style of the individual. Either
human hair or synthetic, or a combination of both
can be used successfully when matched to the
proper individual. A competent specialist will
advise you as to the proper components for your
individual life-style.
ARE HAIR ADDITIONS MADE FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN?
Yes, with significant increases in sales by
the female consumer. Instead of opting for wigs,
women with female pattern hair loss are now
selecting the more comfortable and natural
appearing partial hair additions or integrated
units.
WHO SHOULD AVOID PARTIAL HAIR ADDITIONS?
Males and females undergoing chemotherapy and
newly diagnosed patients with alopecia areata
should request a full prosthesis. Due to the
nature of chemotherapy, all hair will likely be
lost and a partial hair addition may be useless.
With alopecia areata, the condition may not be
stable and focusing in on one area may only be a
temporary solution.
CAN HAIR ADDITIONS BE USED IN COMBINATION WITH
HAIR REPLACEMENT SURGERY?
Temporary usage of hair additions while
undergoing lengthy hair transplant sessions is
becoming increasingly popular with many men and
women who do not wish to appear "under
construction" while in public. Many successful
transplants will take from 1 to 2 years to
complete. |
