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Endometriosis affects more than 190 million women around the world. It is a chronic disease starting as early as the first menstruation in girls. The main symptom of this disease is pelvic pain. In endometriosis, the uterine tissue grows outside the uterus, mainly in the pelvic area (e.g., around the ovaries or the fallopian tubes). The inflammatory reaction is the reason for long-term physical pain. It can also cause irregular bowel movements. Endometriosis is often underdiagnosed, as the main symptom is pain. The pain is mistaken for premenstrual syndrome or gastrointestinal disorders. But can endometriosis cause hair loss? Endometriosis can lead to hair loss due to a high estrogen production in some women. A higher estrogen level can lead to female pattern hair loss. It is also known as telogen effluvium. This condition can cause diffuse hair thinning and hair loss.

Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that affects up to 12% of women of reproductive age. It causes an excess of androgens, which are male sex hormones. This  leads to symptoms like irregular periods and weight gain. Another symptom that many people associate with PCOS is hirsutism, or irregular hair growth on the face and chin. But PCOS can also cause your hair to thin — in fact, some people with PCOS report female pattern hair loss.