Question 1

what causes extreme hair breakage, and a change in hair texture? im not on any medications, i have no illnesses. 60 years old. menopause for 6 years.

Accepted Answer

Hair problem: You need a good metabolic evaluation. Iron deficiency is very common and could result in the problem you have. Of course, the character of your hair will change as you age, but what you're describing needs further evaluation.

Question 2

i'm 48 and post menopausal, but at times have a sharp 30 sec pain that feels like my hair is being pulled, what is this?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: Pain is not a classic symptom of menopause.  See your doctor to give more details regarding where the pain is located, how often it occurs, how severe it is, and what circumstances seem to cause it.  Your doctor will want to exam you.  Depending on the findings,  you may need to do lab tests or imaging.

Question 3

how come menopausal woman lose body hair ?

Accepted Answer

Menopausal Hair Loss: 75 percent of menopausal women suffer from female pattern hair loss. Menopausal women with this condition often see extensive hair loss from the top of their head. They also might notice that individual strands of hair become smaller in diameter, which increases the appearance of excessive hair loss.

Question 4

am post-menopausal & have started to lose my hair.  why?

Accepted Answer

Hormones: Estrogen declines more quickly in menopause than does testosterone.  When estrogen declines the effects of testosterone (hair loss) become more apparent.  It's frustrating.  Sometimes hair loss can be related to other hormones, like thyroid, so if you haven't had your thyroid checked in awhile, that might be a good idea.

Question 5

my hair has been thinning over the past few years. i have also been going through menopause, so not sure if it's related. i am 55. please help me.

Accepted Answer

Hair thinning: Can happen in menopause, but you also need to check your thyroid function.

Question 6

is there anyway to stop severe hair breakage? im losing a lot of hair suddenly. i hve chemically treated hair. but i havnt done anything to it recently

Accepted Answer

Try moisturizer: Unfortunately, the damage may have been done with the chemical treatment, even if it was some time ago. The hair shaft away from the growing part near the scalp may be dried out and fragile. I expect you may have tried a moisturizer for your hair already, but if not, that is where i would suggest starting. Also, avoid further irritation such as even things like blow drying hair with high heat...

Question 7

34 year old african a female trying to get my hair breakage under control and want it to grow. condition daily also biotin 5, 000 mg. suggestions!

Accepted Answer

Hair Breakage: Harsh chemical treatments, a poor diet, stress and heat are some of the many factors that can cause hair breakage. A common reason for hair breakage is that the ends are excessively dry. You need to find the right hair conditioner for your hair.

Question 8

could starting menopause cause me to feel as if i have bugs crawing all  over my body even my face and hair. i have fairly oily skjn and bath daily. h?

Accepted Answer

Yes partly: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. Your skin care can be adjusted to reduce or eliminate symptoms.

Question 9

i've hair breakage & hair fall, but no dandruff.

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: You did not explain how you treat your hair. Do you use curling irons a lot? Have you had it straightened and colored in addition? Those could certainly make your hair break. In terms of it falling out you need to be analyzed whether or not your thyroid is normal, your ferritin level is normal and whether or not you have lost a lot of weight recently or have been under a great deal of stress. An e.

Question 10

i'm wondering is hair loss a symptom of menopause?

Accepted Answer

It can be: Hair loss certainly can be menopause symptom.

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What causes extreme hair breakage, and a change in hair texture? im not on any medications, i have no illnesses. 60 years old. menopause for 6 years.

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I'm 48 and post menopausal, but at times have a sharp 30 sec pain that feels like my hair is being pulled, what is this?

A member asked:

How come menopausal woman lose body hair ?

A member asked:

Am post-menopausal & have started to lose my hair. why?

A member asked:

My hair has been thinning over the past few years. i have also been going through menopause, so not sure if it's related. i am 55. please help me.

A member asked:

Is there anyway to stop severe hair breakage? im losing a lot of hair suddenly. i hve chemically treated hair. but i havnt done anything to it recently

A member asked:

34 year old african a female trying to get my hair breakage under control and want it to grow. condition daily also biotin 5, 000 mg. suggestions!

A member asked:

Could starting menopause cause me to feel as if i have bugs crawing all over my body even my face and hair. i have fairly oily skjn and bath daily. h?

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I've hair breakage & hair fall, but no dandruff.

A member asked:

I'm wondering is hair loss a symptom of menopause?

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