Hair loss usually from the scalp. It may result in bald spots or spread to the entire scalp or the entire epidermis. It may be androgenetic or caused by chemotherapeutic agents, compulsive hair pulling, autoimmune disorders or congenital conditions.
Symptoms of Male Pattern Baldness
The following features are indicative of Male Pattern Baldness:
hair loss above temples and vertex of the scalp
patchy bald spots
sudden loosening of hair
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Common Causes of Male Pattern Baldness
The following are the most common causes of Male Pattern Baldness:
family history
hormonal changes
patchy hair loss
scalp infections
other skin disorders
hair-pulling disorder
Other Causes of Male Pattern Baldness
The following are the less common causes of Male Pattern Baldness:
radiation therapy to the head
trigger event
certain hairstyles and treatments
Risk Factors for Male Pattern Baldness
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Male Pattern Baldness:
family history
age above 50
poor nutrition
certain medical conditions, such as diabetes and lupus
stress
Prevention of Male Pattern Baldness
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Male Pattern Baldness. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
eat a nutritionally balanced diet
avoid tight hairstyles
avoid compulsively twisting, rubbing or pulling hair
treat hair gently when washing and brushing
avoid hot rollers, curling irons, hot oil treatments
Occurrence of Male Pattern Baldness
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Male Pattern Baldness cases seen each year worldwide:
Very rare between 1K - 10K cases
Common Age Group
Male Pattern Baldness most commonly occurs in the following age group:
Aged > 50 years
Common Gender
Male Pattern Baldness can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Male Pattern Baldness
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Male Pattern Baldness:
Blood test: To uncover medical conditions related to hair loss, such as thyroid disease
Pull test: To determine the stage of the shedding process
Scalp biopsy: To check the cause of infection
Doctor for Diagnosis of Male Pattern Baldness
Patients should visit the following specialists if they have symptoms of Male Pattern Baldness:
Dermatologist
Plastic surgeon
Procedures for Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness
The following procedures are used to treat Male Pattern Baldness:
Hair transplant surgery: To treat male pattern baldness
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Male Pattern Baldness:
Oil massage: Use lavender oil combined with oils from thyme, rosemary and cedarwood to treat male pattern baldness
Patient Support for Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness
The following actions may help Male Pattern Baldness patients:
Support and advocacy groups: Helps to connect with other patients and families and provide valuable services
Time for Treatment of Male Pattern Baldness
While time-period of treatment for each patient may vary, below is the typical time-period for Male Pattern Baldness to resolve if treated properly under an expert supervision:
Disease cannot be treated but only maintained or effects reduced