Episode 210: Where Did My Hair Go? Understanding Hair Loss in Perimenopause & Menopause with Dr. Emily Johnson

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Hair thinning and shedding in midlife isn’t just frustrating — it can be deeply emotional and isolating. But you’re not alone, and you’re not imagining it. In this powerful episode, Dr. Carolyn Moyers sits down with Dr. Emily Johnson, triple board-certified facial plastic surgeon and founder of 817 Surgical Arts, to unpack the causes of hair loss in women during the perimenopause and menopause transition.From hormonal shifts and genetics to nutrient deficiencies and inflammation, they explore why it happens, how to assess it properly, and what treatment options are available — from topical and oral therapies to in-office regenerative procedures.If your hair feels like it’s betraying you, this episode is a must-listen.What We Cover:The real reasons women lose hair during perimenopause and menopauseThe role of estrogen, androgens, and thyroid healthFemale pattern hair loss vs. telogen effluviumThe emotional impact of hair loss and the importance of validationDr. Johnson’s approach to diagnosis, lab work, and biopsiesTreatment options: minoxidil, PRP, supplements, and moreHair transplant basics and when to consider surgical optionsAt-home tips to support healthy hair growth📱 Follow @drcarolynmoyers and @817surgicalarts for more evidence-based content and patient education.www.817surgicalarts.com Hair loss cap mentioned in episode: https://www.irestorelaser.com/pages/homepage-b

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