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Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Direct Definition: What Is Female Pattern Baldness? Female pattern baldness (androgenetic alopecia in women) is a genetically influenced condition characterized by progressive hair thinning across the vertex and widening of the central part line, while usually preserving the frontal hairline. Unlike male pattern hair loss, which frequently causes […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Summary Table (At-a-Glance Overview) Diagnostic Parameter Low Porosity Hair (Tightly Closed) High Porosity Hair (Lifted / Damaged) Cuticle Alignment Flat, tightly overlapping, roof-shingle arrangement Raised, chipped, widely spaced, or damaged cuticle scales Water Absorption Speed Very slow; water beads up and repels initially Instantaneous absorption; wets almost […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Summary (TL;DR) Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a potent androgenic steroid hormone derived from testosterone via the 5-alpha reductase enzyme. In individuals genetically predisposed to Androgenetic Alopecia (pattern baldness), DHT binds to sensitive androgen receptors in frontal and vertex scalp hair follicles. This binding triggers follicular miniaturization—shortening the […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Diagnostic Summary (At-a-Glance Comparison) The presence of a V-shaped point at the center of your hairline often triggers immediate concern regarding potential hair loss. However, a natural genetic widow’s peak differs fundamentally from progressive androgenetic alopecia. The following diagnostic overview outlines the core physiological parameters: Diagnostic […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Summary (TL;DR) Telogen Effluvium (TE) is a non-scarring, temporary form of hair loss characterized by sudden, diffuse shedding across the entire scalp. It occurs when an acute physical or emotional shock, hormonal shift, severe nutritional deficit, or major systemic illness forces a large percentage of active […]

Medical Review by: Prof. Dr. Soner Tatlıdede – September 2026 Quick Summary (TL;DR) Hair types are globally categorized into four main classes—Type 1 (Straight), Type 2 (Wavy), Type 3 (Curly), and Type 4 (Coily/Afro-textured)—determined by the biological shape and exit angle of the hair follicle beneath the scalp surface. While straight hair grows from round, perpendicular follicles, […]