Hair loss can be experienced at any age

Whatever age you are, you might be wondering why you are suffering from female hair loss. It isn’t uncommon for women to suffer hair loss during any time in their lives but it is most common when women are pregnant or when they are going through the menopause. However, you still need to go and see your doctor regardless of what age you are to ensure that your hair loss is not a sign of any underlying health issues.

You might have heard of alopecia and this is one of the most common forms of hair loss that is suffered by both men and women. Having a lot of stress in your life sometimes causes alopecia and it can be easily avoided, however if you are suffering from alopecia, your doctor will need to formally diagnose it.

Having your hair loss formally diagnosed will ensure that you are getting the right treatment for your hair loss. They will advise you on ways in which you can reduce the stress in your life and hopefully reduce the instances of alopecia. There have been many celebrities who have suffered with alopecia and they have coped with it very well. Gail Porter has famously suffered with alopecia as a result of postnatal depression.