What Every Woman Needs to Know

By NuWave Total Wellness – Heath, TX

Hair loss can be one of the most frustrating and emotional symptoms women experience — especially when it appears gradually and doesn’t seem to make sense. For many women, the underlying issue isn’t aging, stress, or bad luck.

It’s PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) — a hormonal imbalance that affects millions of women and is one of the most common causes of thinning hair, shedding, and slow regrowth.

At NuWave Total Wellness, we see PCOS-related hair loss every week. The good news?
Once you understand the cause, you can finally treat it correctly.

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What Is PCOS?

PCOS is a hormone disorder where the ovaries produce excess androgens, which are “male-type” hormones like testosterone and DHT. Women naturally have these hormones, but too much can disrupt normal balance and hair growth.

This imbalance often leads to:

• Irregular or missed periods

• Acne or oily skin

• Weight gain or insulin resistance

• Ovarian cysts

• Excess facial or body hair

• Scalp hair thinning

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How PCOS Causes Hair Loss

PCOS causes a specific type of hair loss called androgenic alopecia (female-pattern thinning). Here’s what happens:

1. Androgen levels rise (especially testosterone and DHT).

2. These hormones attach to receptors in the scalp hair follicles.

3. Over time, the follicles begin to shrink — a process called miniaturization.

4. Each new hair grows back thinner, shorter, and weaker.

5. Density decreases slowly over time.

This results in gradual thinning, not sudden bald spots.

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Common Signs of PCOS-Related Hair Loss

Women with PCOS often notice:

• A widening part line

• Thinning on the crown

• A smaller ponytail

• More scalp showing in bright light

• Hair that won’t grow past a certain length

• Increased shedding in the shower or brush

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Why PCOS Hair Loss Feels So Emotional

Because PCOS hair loss happens slowly, many women don’t notice it until a significant amount of density is gone. But here’s the hopeful part:

Miniaturized follicles are usually still alive — and they CAN respond to the right treatment.

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How NuWave Total Wellness Evaluates PCOS-Related Hair Loss

A thorough evaluation may include:

• DHT levels

• Total and free testosterone

• SHBG

• Ferritin (iron)

• TSH, Free T3, Free T4 (thyroid)

• Insulin resistance markers

• Cycle history and PCOS symptoms

PCOS often overlaps with thyroid issues, iron deficiency, stress, and inflammation — all of which can worsen hair loss.

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The Good News: PCOS Hair Loss Is Treatable

PCOS-related hair thinning can improve significantly with the right approach. At NuWave Total Wellness, we use non-surgical, restorative solutions to support regrowth while you manage the hormonal side with your provider.

Common tools and therapies we may recommend:

• Red-Light Laser Therapy (LLLT)
  Stimulates follicles and boosts circulation.

• Growth Factor Therapy
  Nourishes and supports follicles.

• PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
  Uses your own concentrated growth factors to stimulate and repair weakened follicles.

• Scalp Health Treatments
  Reduce inflammation and improve follicle environment.

• Nutritional and lifestyle guidance
  Supports hormone balance and overall hair health.

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When to Seek Help

Consider an evaluation if you notice:

• Thinning along your part

• A smaller ponytail

• Crown thinning

• Scalp showing in photos

• Facial hair + scalp thinning (classic PCOS combo)

• A history of PCOS or irregular cycles

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You’re Not Alone — And You’re Not Out of Options

Hair loss from PCOS can feel overwhelming, but there are solutions. At NuWave Total Wellness, we take a supportive, whole-person approach to help restore your confidence and improve your hair health.

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Ready to Talk About Your Hair?

📍 NuWave Total Wellness – Heath, TX
Serving Heath, Rockwall, Forney, Rowlett, and surrounding areas

📞 (972) 316-7100 🌐 www.nuwavetotalwellness.com