When it comes to hair loss in men, while the problem can be distressing and embarrassing, it is not always surprising. In women however, tends to balk the norm of what we expect. Because of this, the problem in women can be even more upsetting, especially when you consider how closely a woman ties her looks and style to her full head of hair.

The causes of female hair loss can be as simple as the hormonal imbalance that is often seen as the cause of male hair loss. It can also be a complex issue in females, and can include hormonal imbalances as well as underlying illnesses. This is why it is so important for a woman with thinning hair to get into her doctor as soon as possible so that she can get a diagnosis that will explain her condition.

There are many causes of hair loss including hereditary, medications and an underlying medical condition. Many times this is temporary and it will grow back. Some conditions, such as Androgenetic alopecia, which is hereditary, affects men more than women, although women also suffer from this due to its hereditary nature. Some researchers believe people are targeted by nature to suffer Androgenetic alopecia and a trigger event begins the process. It is possible for the hair to fall out and then grow back, several times.

Hair loss in women is usually linked to hormone imbalances which occur when testosterone in the body is converted into another hormone called dihydrotestosterone, or DHT. The effects of this hormonal imbalance can shrink hair follicles and cause hair to fall out. Another reason for this condition in Women are medical conditions. Conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome and autoimmune disorders such as lupus or multiple sclerosis.

There are some conditions that can attribute to losing hair in both men and women such as diabetes, lupus and thyroid problems as well as poor nutrition. Lack of iron, protein and fad and rapid diets can also affect your nutrition, sparking hair loss in many people. A recent high fever may attribute to losing hair as will a severe flu or surgery. Some medications can put your re-growth on hold while shedding still occurs. Over time, the balance will return and your hair will grow back.

Certain drugs used to treat common ailments are also known to lose hair. Drugs for gout, arthritis and high blood pressure may have the unappreciated side effect of causing hair loss and some women will lose hair while taking birth control pills. Undergoing chemotherapy will usually cause hair loss, but once treatment ends and the chemicals work out of the body, the hair typically grows back.

The good news is that there are treatments available, and some have proven effective for many people in stopping the process of hair loss. In some cases, hair has even grown back for certain patients that use these treatments.