The problem of hair loss is common for both women and men. Some of the patients are facing the problem in excess and this can happen due to different reasons. You should consult the doctor for hair loss treatment. There are some questions men always ask related to the male pattern balding.
- Can I Prevent The Problem Of Male Pattern Baldness?
It is important that you should live a healthy lifestyle and a stress-free life. Include a diet that contains all the nutrients such as protein, iron, Vitamin C, and zinc. It will help to keep your body and hairs healthy. Unfortunately, you cannot stop the problem after a certain time because aging and genetics will affect the root of the hairs. If the problem still continues then you can consult the doctor for hair transplant.
- How Do I Know If I Am Suffering From The Problem?
There are different reasons due to which male pattern baldness can occur. One of them is alopecia areata, this problem results in patchy hair loss. The advanced form of alopecia areata is Alopecia totalis and the hairs don’t grow back in this problem. The condition of Hyperthyroidism can trigger telogen effluvium which can result in hair loss. Due to this, the hairs on eyebrows and scalp will get affected.
- How Long Does The Balding Process Take?
Once you notice thinning of hairs, on average it takes around 15 to 25 years to go completely bald. But in some cases, it takes five years to reach the last stage.
- What Is The Cause Of This Issue?
This issue is triggered due to your genetics. It is a condition which is hereditary which is caused due to the hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). It gets bind to the follicle, shrink them, and prevent the hair growth. This results in the problem of excessive hair fall.
- When Will I Experience Baldness?
This problem depends on age. Sometimes some men face the problem in their early twenties and this is for 20% of men. These numbers are increasing at a very fast rate. Around 50% of the men will face the problem in the fifties and so on.
- Is There Any Treatment Option?
There are a few options available which can help you to reduce the problem. Surgical treatments:
- Strip Excision harvesting
- Follicular unit extraction
Some medicines are also available to slow down the process of hair loss such as Minoxidil.
