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Published on: 5/15/2025

What Are the Main Causes of Hair Loss in Women?

Suo Lee

Reviewed by Suo Lee, MD

Internal Medicine

Hair loss in women is mainly caused by genetics and changes in hormones, often leading to a condition called female pattern hair loss.

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Explanation

Hair loss in women can have several causes, one of the most common being female pattern hair loss. This type of hair loss is usually due to a mix of genetics and hormones.

Causes of Hair Loss in Women:

  1. Genetics: If your family members have hair loss, you might have it too. This is because of genes passed down from parents.
  2. Hormones: Changes in hormones, like those that occur during pregnancy or menopause, can cause hair loss.
  3. Aging: As women get older, hair can become thinner and fall out more easily.

Female pattern hair loss usually starts with thinning hair on the top of the head. It can be gradual and might not be noticeable at first. If you notice more hair falling out or thinning, it might be a good idea to talk to a doctor. They can help figure out what is causing the hair loss and what can be done about it.

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