David J. Goldberg, MD
Cosmetic and Medical DermatologyWomen’s hair loss treatments compared: oral vs topical minoxidil, spironolactone, PRP, and low-level laser—who’s a candidate and what results to expect
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Hair loss has become a frequent reason for dermatologist visits, with a notable increase in women experiencing hair thinning. Statistics indicate that 40% of women by age 40 and 80% by age 60 report hair thinning, leading to significant psychological effects. Various treatments are available to slow hair loss and promote growth. Options include topical minoxidil, oral nutritional supplements, and oral prescriptions like spironolactone, which inhibits hormonal effects on hair and can also address acne. Oral minoxidil is another treatment for hair growth. Natural approaches include Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, which uses growth factors from a patient's own blood injected into the scalp, often combined with low-level red light therapy. These methods offer multiple ways to manage and improve hair thinning in women.
Hair thinning: Hair becomes less dense
Minoxidil: A medication to stimulate hair growth
Spironolactone: Oral drug inhibiting hormone effects on hair