What is Hair Loss & Thinning Hair ?
Hair loss usually appears as a spread thinning of hair mainly in the central and forehead part. Other signs include:
- The hairline moves backward.
- Dry or brittle hair
- The parting may widen, and more scalp may show through the hair, especially when the hair is wet.
Why it happens ?
During menopause, estrogen and progesterone levels drop more quickly than testosterone levels. What happens with this unbalanced testosterone? You can start to lose hair where you want it and grow it where you don’t.
What can you do ?
Eating a balanced diet can also help with hair loss caused by menopause. Protein can strengthen hair and hair follicles, thus reducing hair loss. Healthy fats play a role in the production of steroid hormones, which protect both the hair and the skin. Vitamins A, B, C, and D all play a role in hair health. Minerals, such as zinc, iron, copper, selenium, calcium, and magnesium, are also important for proper hair growth.
Some treatments for menopause hair loss include:
- Androgen blockers
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Light (laser) therapy
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- Hair transplants
