Female Hair Loss due to Hormonal Changes
I have experienced an abrupt and noticeable [tag]hair loss[/tag] on the front of my head. My annual OBGYN exam showed that I have higher [tag]testosterone[/tag] levels and low progesterone. I also have abnormal menstrual cycles. I have polycistic ovaries. My doctor said that the problem may likely be solved by taking a birth control pill which she will be prescribing. If I begin taking it, will hair begin to grow by itself once my hormones are back to normal or should I take Rogaine to entice regrowth? Please help. I’ve been [tag]losing my hair[/tag] in the last four months. I feel I am getting depressed, and I can’t stop thinking about it. Thank you for your kind answer.
Thank you for your inquiry,
There are a number of medical conditions that can cause hair loss such as abnormal hormonal changes in the body. This is typically different than [tag]Androgenetic Alopecia[/tag] ([tag]genetic hair loss[/tag]).
However, higher testosterone levels in the body could certainly cause the [tag]hair to thin[/tag] as the testosterone may be converting to [tag]Dihydrotestosterone[/tag] ([tag]DHT[/tag]) which is the hormone responsible for loss of hair genetically predisposed. In other words – if any of your hair is genetically predisposed to DHT, it is possible that you are [tag]losing hair[/tag] both due to the hormonal changes and your susceptibility to genetic hair loss.
Either way, obtaining a hormonal balance may indeed reverse the hair loss process. But make sure you follow the advice of your doctor and quickly. If indeed you are proned to genetic hair loss; getting your testosterone levels down quickly is going to be extremely important and may indeed reverse your hair loss problem on its own.
[tag]Minoxodil[/tag] marketed as [tag]Rogaine[/tag] may indeed help stimulate hair growth. Because your situation is a bit complicated however, be sure to consult with your doctor before using any [tag]hair restoration[/tag] products.
I hope this helps.
Bill
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