hair loss in female?

[fiftyplus]

Have noticed that I have been loosing a lot of hair over the last 3 weeks when I wash or brush it. Doesn't come out in clumps and I can't see any bald patches but it is a lot thinner - can see individual starnds where it used to be quite thick. If I run my fingers through it, at least 15 - 20 strands come away every time. I am a 50 year old female but not menopausal and otherwise healthy - apart from slightly overweight and I probably drink too much!!!!!! Anybody had experience of this?

[fiftyplus]

Nothing drastic - just antacid and hayfever tablets. Been lucky enough to not have any major illnesses. Infact, not even been to see my GP for about 5 years - he may have retired by now!!

[Petal~flower]

LOL....well get yourself sorted girl.........and let us know how you get on xx

[Ice.Maiden]

Too right. Also hope you're doing OK yourself, petal - x

[Petal~flower]

I am ok thanks Ice.............thinking about you, and hope you are coping. Drop me an email when you get the chance to let me know how things are xxxx

[fiftyplus]

Thanks for your support. Will go and get some beauty sleep now.Will let you know what happens. Sweet Dreams

[Ice.Maiden]

Night night fp. I'm sure you'll be OK hun. xx

Thanks petal. I'll be in touch before I go into hospital, but as you can imagine, I've been inundated with phone calls, texts, emails, people calling round.....been a busy time.
Had a lot of support from friends on here as well, and I'm O.K. Thank you. xx