A sensitive subject, hair loss and baldness in women has not received the attention and awareness it deserves in the media. For most women across the world, losing their hair is almost equal to losing their essence of womanhood. The lack of awareness has led to the existence of many myths. Let’s take a look at some of the most common myths on female pattern baldness and separate fact from fiction.

1. LET’S BUST THESE COMMON
10 FEMALE PATTERN BALDNESS MYTHS

2. BALDNESS IN WOMEN
A sensitive subject, hair loss and baldness in women has not received the
attention and awareness it deserves in the media.
For most women across the world, losing their hair is almost equal to losing
their essence of womanhood.
The lack of awareness has led to the existence of many myths. Let’s take a look
at some of the most common myths on female pattern baldness and separate
fact from fiction.

3. MYTH: BALDNESS HAPPENS WITH AGE
A popular myth exists that baldness in women develops only with age.
It is true that post-menopause women become more susceptible to hair loss
due to hormonal imbalances. However, women can start experiencing
baldness at a younger age too.
Modern statistics see women in their 20s becoming victims to female pattern
baldness due to improper diets, thyroid disorders, and other medical factors.

4. MYTH: BALDNESS IS A MALE CONDITION
One of the biggest myths is that baldness is a scalp condition only experienced
by men.
This myth became popular because most women who suffer from severe hair
loss feel embarrassed to discuss it for fear of being laughed at or judged.
However, the numbers show that an almost equal percentage of men and
women suffer baldness.

5. MYTH: BALDNESS COMES FROM MY DAD
Just like it isn’t true that baldness is only a male condition, it also isn’t true that
it is inherited from the paternal side.
The gene for hair loss can be equally inherited from your mother’s side of the
family too.
So, if you want to know your susceptibility to baldness, look to the medical
history of both sides of your family.

6. MYTH: STRESS CAUSES BALDNESS
Stress causes hair loss but it does not lead to a balding-type severe hair loss in
women.
Hair loss caused by stress is usually a temporary one.
Stress can also lead to a condition of hair pulling called trichotillomania. This is
a more serious disorder and requires medical intervention.

7. MYTH: A CHANGE IN SHAMPOO WILL WORK
A common, yet dangerous myth exists that baldness can be cured and
controlled merely by using hair loss shampoos.
Hair loss shampoos contain active ingredients that help tackle minor hair loss
problems.
However, any major evidence of baldness must be treated with professional
medical help. Delaying the process or trying to self-medicate will only increase
the progression of baldness.

8. MYTH: BALDNESS IS INCURABLE
Another myth that needs to be dispelled immediately. Baldness in women can
be cured and controlled successfully if treated on time.
Many people wait too long to seek treatment. This slows down the
effectiveness of hair loss medications.
If you notice a widening centre parting in your forehead and a receding
hairline, do consult a doctor immediately.

9. MYTH: BIRTH CONTROL IS TO BLAME
Older versions of birth control pills contained the androgen hormone. This was
known to cause hair loss in women.
Modern birth control pills have worked around this problem and no longer
affect your hair.
So, you no longer need to fear when you pop that pill.

10. MYTH: BALDNESS LOWERS MY LIBIDO
A surprisingly common myth globally. Statistics have shown women, who
suffer from hair loss and baldness, to complain from a low libido.
There might be a correlation between menopausal women and a low sex drive
due to hormonal fluctuations.
However, studies show that this myth is actually a psychological one. The hair
is an important part of a woman’s being. Suffering baldness greatly affects a
woman’s self-esteem resulting in a low libido.

11. MYTH: ANY HAIR LOSS IS BALDNESS
Like most people, you probably panic when you see that clump of hair in your
bath drain. Don’t. Knowing what baldness is not is as important as knowing
what it is.
Experts say that it is perfectly normal to lose anywhere between 50 to 100
strands of hair per day. Your scalp cells automatically grow more hair.
Unless you see a widening bald patch or a receding hairline, you don’t need to
worry.

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