MALE PATTERN BALDNESS AND MEN'S HAIR LOSS
(Androgenic Alopecia)

Going bald is a fact of life for millions of men.  Significant male pattern baldness affects the lives of well over one-half of the adult male population.

There are many possible causes of men's hair loss, however most hair loss is normal and part of each person's individual genetic makeup. We hope the following information will help you better understand your particular type of hair loss and which options you have available for treatment.

Before Rogaine, hair transplants and hair replacement systems, men coped in various ways from magic ointments to remarkably creative hair styles. Julius Caesar grew his hair long in the back and combed it all forward. Napoleon did the same thing.

Somehow we often disregard history and the fact that this has been an age old condition. We can't imagine or accept the fact that there is not a cure.  Unfortunately, that is presently the case. 
 

Progressive Hair Loss Stages of Male Pattern Baldness

TYPES OF MALE HAIR LOSS

ANDROGENETIC ALOPECIA is the modem medical term for either male or female hair loss and baldness.  It represents close to 95% of all men's hair loss and can be broken down in two parts:

First, Androgenetic, consisting of ANDROGEN (Any of the various hormones that control the appearance and development of masculine characteristics such as testosterone). And GENETIC--the inheritance of genes from either the mother or the father's side of the family.

ADD AGE, which when coupled with genetics, represents a time clock that will signal the hair follicle to produce an enzyme named 5 alpha reductase. When the testosterone present in the follicle combines with the enzyme 5 alpha reductase, it produces dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Hair follicle receptors are sensitive to DHT and thereby start the process of male or female pattern hair loss.
 

Second, ALOPECIA meaning hair loss, of which there are many types.

Put simply, scientists are working against aging, hormones and genetics. This is no easy task. Add the fact that male or female pattern hair loss is not life threatening, and it is easy to see why many physicians do not view hair loss as a priority in scientific research.
 

A CURE FOR HAIR LOSS?

Although we may not see a cure in our lifetime, it may be possible. Science is closer to understanding hair loss due to a variety of recent advancements. To say the cure is around the corner, however, would only be speculation but hope certainly is alive.
 

UNTIL THEN...

Since there are other causes of hair loss and baldness, it is advisable to consult with a competent, experienced dermatologist.

Confirming the type of balding you have will make it possible for you to know which treatment options and restoration solutions may be best for you.
 

What options are available for treating male hair loss and baldness.  Click here to see what the best hair replacement and restoration solutions are for you.

It's easy to get expert advise and answers to your particular questions and concerns from a Transitions member Salon or Clinic near you. 

It's completely confidential. It's also completely free.  So why not request your free, no-obligation consultation today. 

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