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Baldness is not just a concern for the men. Surprisingly, a lot of women are also worried about it, as there have already been several cases in which a woman loses her hair completely. However, complete baldness is not very common for women as compared to men but it still remains as a valid concern to watch out for.

About 60% of women complain of experiencing hair loss at some point in their lives. This may range from simple thinning of hair to total hair loss. The most common types of hair loss are called androgenetic alopecia and alopecia areata. When not diagnosed and treated timely, hair loss may worsen and reversing the baldness, whether complete or incomplete, would be more difficult.

Although it is not yet strongly supported by studies, estrogen is said to play a role in the growth of hair. Thus, for both topical and oral treatments, estrogens are being prescribed by doctors to women. However, there are certain warnings regarding it. Those which have too much of androgenetic activity must be avoided as the effect may be more adverse than helpful.

Alopecia areata is a disease of the immune system. What happens is that the body attacks its own hair follicles leading to bald patches on the head. In time and with relevant treatment, hair grows back. Anyone can get alopecia areata, with men and women having the same probability of having it.

Androgenetic alopecia, on the other hand, is a type of hair thinning which is hereditary. Just like alopecia areata, it can be cured using various over-the-counter baldness treatments like those with Minoxidil.

Since women are not excused from potential baldness, it is best to consult a doctor as soon as there are observed symptoms.