What to Expect During and After Your TED Hair Restoration Session

Hair loss in women often starts subtly. You might notice more strands in the shower drain or feel your ponytail getting thinner. Over time, thinning hair can become more visible, often affecting confidence and self-image. While female hair loss is common, it is also widely misunderstood.

This guide outlines the real causes, symptoms, and treatment options for women experiencing hair shedding. Whether you're noticing gradual thinning or patchy areas, understanding the cause is the first step toward an effective solution.

Recognizing the Signs of Hair Loss in Women

Many women experience female pattern hair loss, the most common type of androgenetic alopecia. It typically appears as a widening part or general thinning hair across the crown, rather than a receding hairline like in male pattern baldness.

Additional signs can include:

• More hair in your brush or pillow
• Increased hair shedding after washing
• Bald spots or patchy hair loss
• Hair loss around the temples or along the scalp
• Sudden changes following pregnancy, illness, or intense stress

Hair loss symptoms tend to become more pronounced in your 40s. Many women notice hair thinning linked to underlying hormonal shifts, thyroid conditions, or emotional stress, which we explore further in The Real Causes of Hair Loss in Women Over 40.

Common Causes of Female Hair Thinning

Several factors can shrink hair follicles or shift more hairs into the telogen phase, which leads to slower hair growth and more noticeable shedding. These may include:

• Hormonal changes from menopause, thyroid issues, or polycystic ovarian syndrome
• High levels of emotional stress
• Medical conditions like alopecia areata
• Certain medications or underlying medical history
• A family history of androgenic alopecia

In some cases, imbalances in estrogen or testosterone can disrupt the hair cycle, especially during life stages like perimenopause. We explore this connection more deeply in Can Hormone Imbalances Be the Reason for Your Hair Loss?.

Understanding the Hair Growth Cycle

Your hair grows in a cycle that includes the anagen phase (active growth), catagen phase (transition), and telogen phase (rest). When more hair enters the resting phase, shedding outpaces growth.

Even with gradual thinning, many women still have viable follicles in the growth phase that respond well to early hair loss treatments. Treatment works best before the follicles permanently shrink or become dormant.

If thyroid issues are a concern, visit our Thyroid Disorders page to learn how imbalances may contribute to female hair loss.

Effective Treatment Options for Women

You don't have to live with thinning hair. At MHA for Women, we offer Painless Hair Restoration using TED Hair Restoration technology. This non-invasive treatment uses ultrasound-based delivery to stimulate hair regrowth without needles, blood draws, or downtime.

TED therapy helps stimulate hair growth and improve the health of existing hair follicles. Unlike hair transplants or laser treatments, it delivers noticeable results while maintaining comfort.

To better understand what happens during a session, visit What to Expect During and After Your TED Hair Restoration Session.

When to Seek Professional Support

You should speak with a provider if you’re noticing:

• Patchy hair loss
• Sudden hair thinning or shedding that doesn’t improve
• Symptoms tied to hormone shifts or weight gain
• No change despite trying other treatments

In some cases, integrating hormone care may support regrowth. Learn more about lifestyle support in Lifestyle Factors That Complement BHRT for Optimal Results and explore Signs HRT Is Right for You.

Let’s Talk About Your Hair Concerns

Hair loss is never just about appearance. It can affect how you feel, how you show up, and your overall well-being. Our team specializes in identifying the underlying causes and building treatment plans tailored to women’s unique needs.

If you're ready to explore personalized support, contact us today. One conversation could lead to healthier, fuller hair.

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