Most people assume that it is only men who suffer from hair loss, but nothing could be further from the truth.

Although it is basically true with regards to heredity, millions of women the world over suffer from some form of hair loss and the number appears to be rising each year. The overwhelming cause is a hereditary condition called androgenetic alopecia or female-pattern hair loss.

One of the least engaging facts about getting older is that a significant number of women also experience hair loss.

By the age of 50, approximately 50% of women will have to cope with hair loss. This is a natural part of aging, but it's a part most women would rather skip. For many women, medications provide a reliable solution for their hair loss. But what about women who don't benefit from medication? Join our panel of experts as they discuss current and future non-medical options, from styling tips to surgery to cloning technology.