Hair Loss/Thinning in Women

[Thalia]

Does anyone know much about hair loss in women? I've noticed that over the past three years, my hair has thinned out quite a bit, particularly around the crown of my head. There is new hair growing on my head so I don't think I am balding but my hair is much less thick overall. I am 32. Is this normal? Does anyone know of ay supplements etc I can take to restore my hair's previous thickness?

[WendyS]

It's possible it could be genetic. Did either of your parents start to lose their hair at an early age? Other reasons could be stress, strong and frequent hair colourants, too much heat from daily use of hot hairdryers and curling tongs. Also poor unbalanced diet with too few vitamins could be a cause or even long term medication.

Using a styling mousse can help your hair look as if it has more body but won't address the actual cause of thinning. If you're sure that it's not being caused by any of the above, it's probably worth consulting a doctor.

[Goodsoulette]

Do you have any other hormonal problems, like excess body hair or lots of spots, if so maybe you are producing to many androgens, which could be PCOS or something.

[Dollie]

Poor you - I am going through this right now but I am 46 and going through menopause so the doc thinks thats whats going on with me. Nourkrin supplement is brill and had good reviews - look it up on internet - and you may consider visiting a Trichologist - you can find a qualified one in your area by looking at the list on the Assoc. Of Trichologists website. They are specialists in hair loss and will give your hair a thorough inspection to determine what kind of hairloss you are experiencing. Some even do a clinical test to check your hair follicles etc. Its got to be worth a try. All the best.

[LUCYNOTTS]

It sounds like you may have alopecia areata. I am doing research on this at the moment, and a very useful book is 'Coping With Alopecia' by Nigel Hunt. Best to go to the doctors first, as they can tell you if you have this.