Tight Pony Tail and Female Hair Loss?

I am a 39 yr old female and I’ve been slowly balding for the past two years. One thing that is confusing me is that my scalp is always sensitive; and it’s only where my hair is thinning. The only way I can explain this sensitivity is that it feels like I had my hair pulled back in a pony tail all day and than took the pony tail out. Anyone who’s worn their hair in a pony tail would understand the feeling after you take out the pony tail (the scalp feels sore/sensitive from pulling back the hair). The confusing thing is that I never put my hair back; I always wear it down with nothing in it. I have no idea why it feels this way (and only where I’m having the hair loss). I’ve told this to two dermatologists and my doctor; they were just as confused as I am. I’m hoping you have heard of this before and can help me resolve it. Does this sound like it might be a circulation problem? Would a lack of circulation cause a sensitive scalp?

Thank you

Pulling your hair in a pony tail can product traction alopecia and on the way to getting the alopecia, you will have some hair damage showing. Stop the use of a pony tail completely as this can be causing your hair loss. You should also see a doctor for a full medical workup, which I advise in most women. See Female Genetic Hair Loss Is Different From Male Genetic Hair Loss for info.