Has your hair started thinning at an abnormal rate? Has your part started widening, causing your scalp to show more than normal?
If your answer is yes, then female pattern baldness might be the issue. Androgenic alopecia is a life altering condition that not only affects you physically, but also emotionally and mentally.Unfortunately, for many women, this is just part of the aging process. Hair loss in women is quite common and losing one’s hair can be life altering. Not only does it cause those precious strands to thin rapidly but can affect a person’s happiness and self-worth.
In the life of a grandmother, this can take away time spent with grandchildren if it is left untreated.
Keep reading to unveil the ultimate guide of female pattern baldness and how you, as a grandmother, can slow down this process.
Why Does it Happen?
FPHL (female pattern hair loss) can happen due to many reasons. The biggest amongst women is genetics and hormones. Genetics play a huge role in whether you carry the specific genes for androgenetic alopecia.
It was once believed that only the maternal side carried the genes, but in recent years, it has been brought to light that both the mother and father’s side can be responsible.
As previously mentioned, hair loss can be a part of the aging process. As grandmas get older, the hair growth on the scalp slows down. Also, follicles can stop producing new strands of hair in the hair growth cycle.
What I mean is that as hair grows and sheds, new ones are not growing in its place. Scientists have come a long way in studying the causes of alopecia, but much is still to be discovered.
While there is no known cure for female pattern baldness, there are products on the market that can help slow down, reverse, or stop those follicles from being lost forever.
The best products for grandmothers with thinning hair out there are listed below.
Hair Loss Treatment Options:
Vitamins
Vitamins are a great source to help the promotion of hair growth, but make sure to get the right kind. Multivitamins are a good start because they provide all the essential nutrients and minerals that both your hair and body need to survive. You can be assured that you will get the appropriate levels of all the nutrients that your hair needs to maintain its good health and strength.
You can also get specialized vitamins if you prefer or are familiar with the kind you need specifically to treat your hair loss. If you know that your scalp produces an excess amount of the DHT hormone, then you may want to steer in that direction
Low Level Light Therapy
Low Level Light Therapy can be used in the treatment of many conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more. But, where this kind of therapy stands out amongst the rest is in its ability to help promote hair growth and putting an end to alopecia.
In recent research, it was found that low level light therapy absorbs into the cells, triggering enhanced cellular activity. It energizes aging cells by increasing blood flow to the scalp and stimulating the production of hair
It is a non-invasive procedure which allows you the ease of knowing you don’t have to go through expensive surgeries. It also alleviates the option of complete baldness or having to wear a wig.
Conclusion
If you are suffering from female baldness, do not hesitate to reach out for help. You can do research on your own to help get yourself the treatment that you need. Or you can consult with a doctor on the best way to combat this hair loss issue.
Do not let female alopecia get in the way of your happiness and everyday life activities with your grandchildren. Take advantage of the treatment options available on the market to get ahead of your hair loss in the early stages.
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