Effective Treatments for Post Menopausal Hair Loss: From Medications to Natural Remedies
Women going through menopause face many changes. One noticeable and emotionally distressing symptom that you may face is post menopausal hair loss. Thinning hair and increased shedding could negatively affect your self-confidence, and you’re probably wondering if you have any options to manage your symptoms.
Luckily, there are medically based treatments available for Kiwi women who are dealing with hair loss. We at The Hair Clinic focus on proven hair regrowth treatments that are based on real science, and we’re here for you.
What Is Post Menopausal Hair Loss?
The first step in combating your hair loss is understanding why it’s happening. Post-menopausal hair thinning or loss is also known as androgenetic alopecia and as female pattern hair loss. The main cause of this form of hair loss is a drop in oestrogen, which occurs during menopause. This hormone contributes to the health of your hair, so when your levels reduce, your hair changes. Growth can slow, hair can thin, and shedding can increase. You may notice this as a widening part or thinning hair across your scalp.
Additional factors also contribute to hair loss:
Genetics. Women with a family history of hair loss or thinning hair are more prone to experiencing it themselves.
Stress. Stress can contribute to many physical symptoms, including hair loss. Menopause can be very stressful. The different symptoms can be stressful themselves, which contributes to hair loss, which can increase your stress even more.
Nutritional Deficiencies. A lack of minerals and vitamins that contribute to hair health, like iron and biotin, can impact your hair growth.
Ageing. Hair often becomes thinner and grows more slowly as we age.
Medical Conditions. Medical conditions may result in hair loss.
Medication Side Effects. Certain medications may have side effects that lead to thinning hair or increased shedding.
Reduced Blood Flow To The Scalp. Ageing and hormonal changes may lead to a decrease in blood flow, which deprives hair follicles of nutrients and oxygen.
Multiple factors can contribute to your post menopausal hair loss. When we understand your circumstances better, we will be able to more efficiently suggest hair loss treatments for you.
Because your hair loss may be complex, it’s important that we take a multi-faceted approach when creating your treatment plan. We may discuss particular treatments, medications and lifestyle changes that could help you reach your goals.
Remember that while we do everything we can to help our valued patients reach their goals, we cannot guarantee specific results. Your results can vary depending on various factors, and some options may not be right for you. So, we must stay positive and diligent when approaching your treatment. We are always here to answer any questions you have or support you in any way we can.
Promising Treatments For Post Menopausal Hair Loss
What treatments are there for women experiencing hair loss due to menopause? We offer many options, and a few that could work for you are:
Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections
This renowned treatment uses the power of your own growth factors to improve the health of your hair. During this procedure, a small sample of your blood is drawn and then processed into a platelet-rich plasma. This plasma contains natural growth factors that can improve hair growth.
The reason why PRP therapy is safe is that it uses your own blood. When we introduce new substances to your body, there’s always a chance that your body could react negatively to the foreign material. But, because we are using your own growth factors, PRP therapy is safe and reliable.
PRP injections are also non-invasive because they don’t require any surgery, just injections and processing. Procedures are relatively quick and painless.
Polydioxanone Threads
PDO thread treatment involves inserting PDO threads into your scalp. These are absorbable threads, so there’s no need to stress about having them removed. PDO threads stimulate collagen production and improve blood circulation. These threads support your hair follicles, encouraging stronger, healthier hair.
Topical Hair Growth Products
If you’re searching for something that involves no injections or anything similar, then you could consider topical products like Minoxidil. This product is designed to increase hair volume, density and thickness.
Choosing Your Post Menopausal Hair Loss Treatment
We can combine treatments and lifestyle changes to create a comprehensive treatment plan for you. For example, PRP therapy and PDO threads can be combined to really support your hair follicles and encourage better growth.
Every case is different, so we will discuss all of your options with you to discover the best way forward. Please visit our website to read about the rest of our hair regrowth options. Or, you can learn more about post menopausal hair loss.
We know just how distressing hair loss can be, especially if you’re also facing other menopausal symptoms. At The Hair Clinic, we’re here to provide you with hope, support and medically based treatments. Please call us on (09) 523 5999 to get in touch, or message us online..
You can also visit our site for an online hair growth consultation.
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