Women dealing with female pattern hair loss are likely to feel very troubled by this development. While the experience of losing hair is difficult for everyone, it is particularly hard for female patients. Fortunately surgical hair restoration in Philadelphia may be a solution for some women losing their hair.
Female vs. Male Pattern Hair Loss
Unfortunately, the way that female pattern hair loss tends to develop means that only a small percentage of women are good candidates for the procedure. In contrast, a large majority of men with male pattern baldness can have successful surgical hair restoration in Philadelphia. This is because most men with thinning hair keep significant thickness on the sides and back of the head – also known as the “donor region.” This is where the doctor obtains the hair for transplantation, and a good donor is crucial for a successful surgery. In contrast with male patients, many women tend to experience diffuse thinning throughout the entire scalp. This includes the donor area as well. If there is thinning in the donor, a transplant is not an option. Thankfully, not all female patients experience thinning in this region. Many only experience thinning in the hairline and temple regions, and the donor area is spared. In this case, the female patient may be a good candidate for surgery.
Scheduling a Consultation
Women whose pattern of thinning hair is similar to that seen in male patients may qualify for surgical transplantation. To determine whether or not their thinning is treatable surgically, any interested female patient should schedule a consultation with an expert doctor, like those at Feller & Bloxham Medical web.
