Hair Loss

It is usual for all women to experience a degree of hair loss throughout their life. In fact it is normal lose around 100 hairs a day. However, excessive hair loss, also known as alopecia, can be upsetting and impact on self confidence.

Hair loss can be caused by a number of factors:

Lack of oestrogen / excess androgens (this may occur during pregnancy or the menopause)
Anaemia
Pituitary problems
Thyroid disorders
Psychological causes such as anxiety, stress or depression
Excess vitamin A
Lack of vitamins (B, C)
Lack of protein

Depending upon which factors have contributed to your symptoms, hair loss can be treated in the following ways:

Lifestyle changes to reduce anxiety and stress
Changes to your diet
Hormone tailoring