Male pattern baldness is a hereditary and hormonal disorder that causes hair loss. It is by far the most common cause of men's hair loss, affecting over 50 per cent of all men by the age of 50.
While in middle-aged and older men, male pattern baldness is most common, it can occur at any age. In their 20s and 30s, many men experience the early symptoms of male pattern baldness, such as a receding hairline or diffuse thinning.
If you've noticed your hairline growing backwards, the top of your window being more noticeable or just a few extra hairs on your pillow or in your hairbrush, the culprit may be male pattern baldness.
Male pattern hair loss is also known as androgenic alopecia. Your genetics and the presence of androgen hormones such as testosterone and dihydrotestosterone (DHT) are the primary causes of male pattern baldness. It’s easy to panic when you notice your hairline starting to recede. Luckily, a variety of safe and effective treatments are available today that can help you maintain your existing hair and restore some or all of the hair that you’ve lost.
Symptoms of Baldness in Male Pattern
Hair loss is the most noticeable, evident symptom of male pattern baldness. In a multitude of trends, ranging from diffuse thinning to a receding hairline, hair loss from male pattern baldness can occur.
Hair loss can also occur progressively from male pattern baldness. For years at a time, you do not notice any hair loss, then notice your scalp in the mirror when you are in a room with clear, harsh lighting, or when your hair is wet.
When Do I See A Doctor?
The best time to talk about male pattern baldness with your doctor is as soon as you have any signs.
Any hair loss you suffer from male pattern baldness is permanent without medication. You'll be able to start treating your hair loss by talking to your doctor as early as possible, helping you slow down or avoid further loss.
This is because hormones trigger baldness in male trends. Keeping these hormones from being able to affect your hairline in the future is the most successful therapy. Sooner is often easier when it comes to male trait baldness. Speak to your doctor as soon as you see any noticeable signs of thinning or a receding hairline if you're concerned about losing your hair and want to maintain a complete hairline as you get older.
Wrapping Up
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