What pattern of hair loss is typically observed in FPHL?

The typical pattern of hair loss observed in female pattern hair loss (FPHL) commonly presents as thinning at the crown of the head along with a widening of the hair part. This pattern is particularly characteristic because it reflects the hormonal influences that often affect women as they age, especially during and after menopause. In FPHL, while the frontal hairline usually remains intact, the hair density diminishes at the crown, leading to noticeable thinning, which can become more pronounced over time. Understanding this specific pattern helps in distinguishing FPHL from other types of hair loss, such as androgenetic alopecia.

In contrast, the other patterns do not match the typical presentation of FPHL. Thinning at the temples and back of the head is more characteristic of male pattern baldness. Patchy bald spots across the scalp is indicative of alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition. Uniform thinning throughout the scalp can occur due to various reasons, including telogen effluvium, but does not distinctly represent the pattern seen in FPHL.