Hormonal Hair Loss & Thinning

Stephen James Trichology – Banbury • Birmingham • Saffron Walden

Understanding Hormonal Hair Loss

Hormonal changes affect how hair grows, rests, and sheds. The hair follicle is highly sensitive to internal hormone fluctuations, which means conditions like pregnancy, menopause, thyroid imbalance, or stress can all trigger thinning.

Clients visiting Stephen James Trichology clinics in Banbury, Birmingham and Saffron Walden often need help with increased hair fall, a wider parting, or reduced volume along the top of the scalp when hormones shift.

Book a consultation to learn what’s causing your change and how to address it effectively.

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What You Will Learn:

✔ Hormone changes are one of the most common causes of thinning hair.
✔ Both men and women experience hormone-related shedding conditions.
✔ Understanding what your hormones are doing helps guide the right treatment plan.
✔ Professional care supports scalp health and promotes stronger regrowth.

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Common Hormonal Causes

Several hormonal influences can disrupt the natural growth cycle:

  • Androgenetic alopecia – often hereditary, linked to the hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which gradually shortens the growth phase of hair follicles.
  • Postpartum shedding – caused by a drop in oestrogen following childbirth, usually temporary but distressing.
  • Menopause – reduced oestrogen levels change hair texture and growth speed, sometimes leading to visible thinning.
  • Thyroid disorders – both underactive and overactive thyroid glands alter hair density and dryness.
  • Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – may cause increased shedding and excess facial hair due to elevated androgens.

Treatment and Management Options

While hormone-driven thinning requires time and consistency to improve, structured support at Stephen James Trichology can gently rebalance the scalp and encourage regrowth.

Treatment plans may include:

  • Scalp treatments that improve follicle function and circulation
  • Nutrition and lifestyle guidance tailored to hormone-related triggers
  • Collaboration with your GP or endocrinologist for blood work and medication review
  • Targeted topical or low-level stimulation therapies designed to strengthen follicles

Our aim is always to provide achievable steps for stabilising shedding and supporting long-term results.

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Diagnosis Through Professional Trichology Assessment

Hormonal hair loss can resemble other conditions such as nutritional deficiency or stress-related shedding.

A trichology consultation at Stephen James Trichology includes scalp examination under magnification and a thorough review of health history, recent medication changes, and blood results if available. Identifying the root cause helps to create an accurate, personalised plan rather than relying on generic products.

Hormonal changes can influence not just the hair but overall wellbeing. Many clients tell us that understanding what’s happening gives them relief and control. Our clinics in Banbury, Birmingham and Saffron Walden provide clear explanations, structured monitoring, and gentle encouragement throughout recovery.

Stephen James Trichology offers a calm, confidential space for anyone concerned about hair thinning or loss linked to hormonal change. A professional evaluation is the first step to restoring both scalp balance and confidence.

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