General Info
Hair loss is relatively common in women with about 20~30% (40% in USA) experiencing at least some degree of thinning in their lifetime. Female hair loss tends to be diffused, rather than showing the characteristic “patterned baldness” of men. This and the fact that the frontal hairline in women is often maintained even in severe cases, makes a misconception that hair loss in women is rare, but it is not. Hair loss in women is generally very gradual, with the rate accelerating during pregnancy and at menopause. It is often more cyclical then in men, with seasonal changes that reverse themselves. Also, it is more easily affected by hormonal changes, medical conditions, and external factors. It is particularly important, however, for a woman considering a surgical solution to have a careful physical examination to make sure that the diagnosis is correct. For those women whom surgical hair restoration is feasible, special surgical skills are required to achieve optimal results. At JK, our surgeons have years of experience dealing with both male and female hair grafting and the skills to give you a back full, natural, and beautiful hair.