Hair & Scalp
Female Hair Loss
Female hair loss is most often diffuse thinning from female pattern hair loss, hormonal changes, stress or iron deficiency. Dermatologists find the cause with examination and blood tests and treat it with minoxidil, anti-androgens, supplements and scalp therapies.
Overview
Thinning at the parting is typical of female pattern hair loss, while sudden shedding often follows illness, childbirth or stress (telogen effluvium).
At a glance
Assessment
Trichoscopy, blood tests for iron, thyroid and hormones.
Treatment options
Topical or oral minoxidil, spironolactone, nutritional correction, scalp injections, low-level laser.
Timeline
Improvement over three to six months.
Frequently asked questions
Is postpartum hair loss permanent?
Usually not; it typically recovers within a year.
Can women take finasteride?
Generally not during pregnancy or if planning pregnancy; discuss with a dermatologist.
Do shampoos stop hair loss?
They support scalp health but rarely treat the cause.
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Choose a specialist
See a board-certified dermatologist, not just a “skin clinic”
In Korea, only about 1 in 10 clinics that treat skin is run by a dermatology specialist (피부과 전문의). Specialists complete a four-year dermatology residency and a national exam. Our directory lists only clinics in the Association of Korean Dermatologists’ specialist search. This page is general information, not medical advice.