How to Treat Androgenic Alopecia in Females

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I hope you find my video on Androgenic Alopecia helpful! Don't forget your Free Androgenic Hair Loss User Guide: www.drkateld.com/androgenic-alopecia-supplement-guide-sign-up If you want a more comprehensive overview of women's hair loss, check out my Hair Loss Deep Dive Tutorial: www.drkateld.com/offers/m3wMKfRk

[@TheElim1]

This is an awesome video. Thank u so much!!! Blessings

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@88sherricandi88]

Hi Dr. Kate! What are the best shampoos & conditioners to use?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I don't have a favorite - but you could check ewg.org to look for products that are free from pthalates and parabens (which can be endocrine disruptors)

[@Mass-u7u]

This channel is very helpful I have been a dozen times in my GP they have done tests for ferritin, Vitamin D and others that come back ok but the frontal of my hair is fragile I tried minoxidil and it made it worse, and tried other treatments works better if I am in hot weather country as I live in the UK my Afro hair has been kept with protective styling but I want to know what I can do to make the frontal to grow back thx Dr Kate

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Glad you found it helpful! I'd suggest checking out my Hair Loss Deep Dive Tutorial - lots of great strategies for re-growth in here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@hocineouadi8125]

Thank you dr kate♡

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You're welcome 😊

[@danielvitolo2595]

My wife went to a dermatologist and the dermatologist took a photo with an iPad, came back four minutes later and said you have Andrew genetic alopecia, just bad luck, she said. No test nothing. My wife is going crazy thinking about it , and she is upset because no one in her family has it. No women at all. She went to her regular doctor, and got a testosterone blood test. We will have the results tomorrow. wandering what we should do next, and if you think that diagnosis was too quick. i’ve never seen her so depressed. Is there anyway she could talk to you over the phone for five minutes? Please let me know. if not, I’ll do my best to try and let her know what you said. She also did a thyroid test last year , and a thyroid sonogram just now with the testosterone test. Thyroid was normal last year with the blood test, but there is a nodule, most likely benign, they said. They also told her to go get the biopsy for her her head . I don’t know what to do anymore. Very, very lost here to help her.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sorry to hear she's struggling - it's really stressful! Unfortunately I don't offer phone consultations, but you could check out my Hair Loss Deep Dive tutorial - it's an in-depth resource for women suffering from hair loss and thinning and could help you figure out next steps - here's some more info about it: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@Remilia0007]

Sorry that she’s going thru that it’s very depressing at times. I will recommend getting the biopsy that’s what I did and with that I could find a better treatment

[@rosannaaltobelli9862]

I have hairloss, in my family. I try to be strong, but when you had lovely long hair, to very little, I feel I am like my hair, becoming smaller. All I seem to do is go through the phone seeing what everyone else is trying. It is getting to the point that I am getting tired. Sorry, but I never speak to anyone about this x

[@divyashiny5223]

In india we don't have dutch test thn how can we test through serum

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Unfortunately, it's very uncommon to test these markers via the serum - and they aren't as reliable as saliva or urine, but you could check your DHT levels (Dihydrotestosterone) to see if they are elevated, causing androgenic alopecia.

[@divyashiny5223]

I checked with many doctors, my dht is normal , cortisol serum is also normal,dhea s is 246 range 90- 545

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

In that case, perhaps it's time to look for a different root cause - I explain the top 6 root causes in my Hair Loss Deep Dive! You can sign up here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@chinnichinni1050]

Hi Divya...is ur hairfall under control now? I m also having hair fall from past 4 years and now my scalp is very much visible ​@@divyashiny5223

[@Dogandcatmom51]

Hi. Do you think saw palmetto is safe to take long term? When I look it up, it seems like it’s safe to take for up to three years, which isn’t great. Also, do you think there is a good topical product that works to decrease the effects of DHT on the scalp?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hi - evidence suggests that saw palmetto is safe to take long-term, longer than 3 years. I'm sure there are many topical products out there for Androgenic Alopecia, but I don't have any specific ones to recommend. I'm typically focused on working from the inside-out. Thanks for the great questions!

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean , is saw palmetto safe in terms of not increasing breast cancer risk?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Yes - it has anti-cancer properties!

[@Dogandcatmom51]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean , one more question about saw palmetto-my concern about it is that it looks like it affects estrogen receptors or something like that. Do you think it can lower bone density over time? If so, that would be bad for me.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

One last answer 😁 No it doesn't impact bone density and doesn't interact with estrogen receptors. For more info, feel free to check out my Hair Loss Deep Dive tutorial: www.drkateld.com/offers/m3wMKfRk

[@carolynr529]

Very helpful...I will look into that Dutch test.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm glad you found it helpful! You can learn more about the DUTCH test here: www.drkateld.com/DUTCH-info

[@nada2328]

What about rosemary for treatment of hair lossing

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'll look into it!

[@asiyachanna8009]

Hello Dr kate I'm 25years old female my vit D is 13 very low and I have androgen alopecia too my crown is totally visible can you please guide me what should I do please

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I made a supplement guide for you - sign up for it here: www.drkateld.com/androgenic-alopecia-supplement-guide-sign-up

[@_bsmiles]

Dr. Kate, do you have other recommendations for a hair vitamin besides the one from Pure encapsulations? The high biotin in those actually make my skin break out. Thank you!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I do! Please send me an email with this question to [e-mail] and I'll pass it along 👍🏼

[@jennivelez7777]

Radical TOTAL hysterectomy at 27 for debilitating fibrosis and endometriosis. As an "added bonus", she had to rapidly drop 50 lbs to be eligible FOR the radical TOTAL hysterectomy. Doctors did her dirty, back then.😳😢

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Oof - sounds rough

[@Raja-e8b]

Bicalutamide can help mam?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm not sure if that drug is approved for treating hair loss 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@otakuamedo8067]

I'm using biotin and minoxidil and I don't know if it will help

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sometimes they do, and sometimes they don't - that's why I like to get to the root of the issue!

[@otakuamedo8067]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean oh ok thank you 👍🏻 Dr kate

[@Bekind95]

I am a 70-year-old female and have androgenic alopecia according to the dermatologist. He looked at my hair/scalp with something that he hand held, and said that I have androgenic alopecia. Does your video info apply to my age group? Thanks!

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Yes, this information applies to anyone with hair loss being caused by too many androgen hormones!

[@lyching5709]

What about pumpkin seed oil?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

There are a few studies showing slight reduction in 5-alpha reductase activity with the use of pumpkin seed oil, but I've found that standardized extracts of saw palmetto berry perform better! 👍🏼

[@lyching5709]

@@DrKateLyzengaDean there’s a supplement under brand “Now’s’ which contain saw palmetto + pumpkin seed oil and zinc! Is it safe for woman in the her 20s to take (long term)?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I don't love the "Now" brand's quality. Here are the supplements I recommend: us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-androgenic-alopecia-supplement-guide

[@sandraD3971]

I just started taking saw palmetto tincture daily,via syringe for the past week in the morning lets see if it helps with encouraging hair growth

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Like I mentioned in the video, if DHT is your problem, saw palmetto could help! I do recommend taking a product that specifically contains the standardized fatty acids and sterols - like the ones at this link: us.fullscript.com/plans/drkateld-androgenic-alopecia-supplement-guide

[@R786-c8z]

Update please

[@mishy8973]

Want update plzz.. I'm also going through this

[@LSUCandi]

Update please

[@kellyvendrasco1945]

I have androgenetic alopecia and hirsutism. Im 3 years postmenopsusal. Im on Spironolactone and now Hrt. Not seeing any difference yet. Can I take these supplements as well? Thanks in advance Dr.💕

[@kellyvendrasco1945]

@drkatelyzengadean

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Yes, you can take these supports as well.

[@kellyvendrasco1945]

Thankyou kindky!!!💕​@DrKateLyzengaDean

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

@@kellyvendrasco1945 You're welcome!

[@gajti9823]

Hi Dr. Kate, thank you for the video! Do you have any information or video about how Hashimoto connects with Androgenic Alopecia?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Hashimotos = autoimmunity = gut barrier dysfunction = hair loss and thinning! Check out my video on leaky gut and hair loss: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oKC2kGWlbrycbZo

[@kevser9508]

Hi im dealing with this 5 years and im 20 years old ,i tryed everything like going to million doctor or oils,shampoo,rosemary water,make the test my hormones but doctor say 'there nothin wrong with your hormones ,i dont know why your hairs falling ' ,now im just standing and dont trying to get over them im just tired

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sorry to hear you're struggling! Hope this information gives you more options to pursue!

[@BARAHARI]

Covid triggers hair loss in a lot of people

[@lydiamcpherson7925]

What about Alopecia Areata??

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I talk about this form of hair loss in my hair loss deep dive - more info on the tutorial here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@nataliebell6472]

What if a woman has both androgenic alopecia and telegenic effluvium? What treatments do you recommend? ❤

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

You have lots of options! I'd suggest starting with the free checklist for this video - OR, if you want something more comprehensive, check out the Hair Loss Deep Dive here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@kseniya99991]

Are the recommended supplements safe for Lupus patients? Thank you.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

As far as I know, yes!

[@bibi_bod]

Hello, I have been diagnosed with androgenic alopecia, but my hormones are normal. The doctor said that the disease develops not because of hormones, but because the cells are too sensitive to them. That is, your hormone levels may be normal, but the cells may be hypersensitive and then the disease develops. Is this really true or is it nonsense? after all, you say that the problem is specifically with hormones. p.s. sorry for my English, it's not my native language😅

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

It is true that certain cells tend to be more sensitive to androgens, like the scalp and face, but more often I see folks struggling with "hidden" androgens that aren't often measured with bloodwork - androgens besides testosterone and DHT, for example. I will do a little more research into the theory that cells become sensitized to androgens, but I haven't seen any research indicating that this is the case. Thanks for the comment!

[@bibi_bod]

​@@DrKateLyzengaDean Thanks for the answer! So I can't do anything about it, and the classic androgen-lowering treatments are not for me? My mother started going bald after 30, my grandmother too. With my father it started in 20(!). Now I'm 22 and my hair, eyebrows and eyelashes are falling out. My case is really genetic. It looks like I have absolutely no chance. Sadly.

[@Salvatorefanfl]

Iv been having lots of hairloss for the past few years now i am suffering after a traumatic incident that happend and now i have found out i have a small mass in my brain just lovely ima be bald before i hit 30 😅

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm so sorry you're struggling!

[@Risha-th1wi]

Mam I'm 23 year old girl I have sudden severe hairfall from last 6 month my dermatologist prescribed me finasteride and minoxidil and I have taken it form last 3 month but no improvement is seen mam I'm really scared...mam what to do please guide me

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I would suggest signing up for my Hair Loss Deep Dive tutorial - lots of options, additional, labs and resources for you here: www.drkateld.com/hair-loss-deep-dive

[@debbielanning5021]

Hi Dr. Kate, thank you for your video. I just had a serum ferritin test measured 104 ng/mL (Iron is 78 ug/dL). I'm not sure how the ng/mL translates to ug/L. Can you help me with this so I can know if my ferritin is ok? Thank you! I want to do your Deep Dive, just saving up the $ 🙂

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

The measurements are 1:1

[@Julisa_Monique]

i was told that i have traction alopecia whats the difference?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Traction alopecia happens when you pull on your hair too much - sometimes from certain hairstyles or habits. Androgenic alopecia is linked to hormones!

[@Midzyforeva]

Traction alopecia happens when u wear tight pontytails or pull your hair/ comb too hard etc. Which weakens ur hair follicles but unlike androgenic alopecia its reversible (not a doctor but i did a lot of research lol)

[@mishy8973]

Im in grade 2 androgenic alopecia... And my dermat suggested me to use procapil hair solution but im can't see any difference! And before procapil i used minoxidil+finastried which gives better result than procapil but my dermat suggest me to use procapil can you plzz tell me.. that can i use both minoxidil and procapil?? Like in morning i'll use minoxidil and in evening I'll use procapil??? Can i?? Is this really safe? And dr kate i have been suffering by severe constipation from past 1 year can you you please tell chia seed will good for me or not? Also my dermat gave some medicines like minoxidil tablets ..., mineral , amino acids with biotin and niacin tablet...., and vitamin b complex with b12...,

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm not an expert on pharmacological treatments for hair loss, so unfortunately I can't speak to the procapil with minoxildil combo. I do think chia seeds are worth a try, though!

[@kevser9508]

Hey😊 is there any update?

[@Rhonlynn22]

Mine started when I was 30

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

I'm sorry to hear that!

[@nabilarahman180]

@@DrKateLyzengaDeanI’m 34 diagnosed with androgenetic alopecia

[@TamannaAgarwala]

Does ferritin deficiency causes hair miniaturisation? Please doctor 😢

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Sub-optimal ferritin can cause hair thinning in many patterns!

[@kevser9508]

İ try it before but there is nothin to effect me

[@magdolnatoth9951]

Androgens are more than those 3 hormones.

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Agreed! That's why I suggest the DUTCH test - it evaluates lots of androgens and androgenic metabolites

[@maheenlodhi7474]

Hello kate, I'm 23 years old I've been facing severe hairfall since 2018 and i got my head shaved twice just because of this hairfall my hair has become so much thin that i don't able to manage it... i visited dermatologist as well but after 6 months treatment my hair started to falling again and decided to shave again but nothing happens good... I've tested everything that yoh mentioned and all of the levels are normal... I've PCOS and I treated it as well but nothing improves my hairfall and hair thinning...Do i have genetic alopecia? What can i do for reducing hairfall and reversing my hair back?

[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

Often folks with PCOS also have androgenic alopecia - I would start with the strategies in the free supplement guide. You can sign up here: www.drkateld.com/androgenic-alopecia-supplement-guide-sign-up

[@christinagarcia8166]

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[@DrKateLyzengaDean]

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