What’s hair loss in women?

Hair loss in women is just that — when a woman experiences unexpected, heavy loss of hair. Generally, humans shed between 50 and 100 single hairs per day. Hair shedding is part of a natural balance — some hairs fall out while others grow in. When the balance is interrupted — when hair falls out and less hair grows in — hair loss happens. Hair loss is different than hair shedding. The medical term for hair loss is “alopecia.”

What are the common causes of hair loss in women?

• Hormonal imbalance
• Thyroid problems
• Pregnancy
• Certain medications
• Alopecia areata
• Auto immune disease
• physical trauma
• stress
• Trichotillamina
• Nutrient deficiencies
• Extreme hair care