Overview
Women can have hair transplants, but female hair loss is often more complex than male pattern baldness.
A thorough assessment is needed to rule out metabolic and dermatologic conditions that may benefit from non-surgical treatment.
Traction alopecia, especially in Afro-women, can be a good indication for hair transplantation when the diagnosis is clear.
What matters in the plan
- Diagnosis comes before surgical planning.
- Hairline lowering and temporal refinement may suit selected female patients.
- Medical causes of shedding should not be missed.