Female Hair Transplant

Many women think hair transplantation is just for men. It is not! In society a lot of emphasis is placed on a woman’s appearance. It is not our place to discuss the pros and cons of this, but it is an undeniable fact. Women suffering from hair loss will often do so silently and may experience psychological trauma, at times leading to depression. Women are often subject to the same genetic factors that cause hair loss in men. Women normally have small circulating amounts of testosterone; and in some, the scalp also tends to have higher levels of 5-alpha reductase, which converts the testosterone to DHT (dihydrotestosterone). DHT in the follicles leads to hair loss. The thinning of the hair tends to be on top and is more diffuse than in men and not generally associated with a receding hairline, although some women experience receding temples. Occasionally, there are other medical conditions that can cause hair loss in women so it is important to be sure that any potential underlying cause for hair loss is ruled out prior to proceeding with hair transplantation.

Common hair patterns for women, the Ludwig Classification:

You need not suffer in silence. You can achieve wonderful results!

Please contact and see us for a no-cost consultation. Be assured that your privacy is of our utmost importance. Occasionally, there are other medical conditions that cause hair loss in women. For these situations, we will diagnose and refer you for appropriate treatment. For those of you outside of Washington State, we can work closely with your doctor to determine if you are a candidate for hair transplantation.
  
Sincerely,
Dr. Brian O. Goertz, MD