Baldness, male pattern baldness, or androgenetic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss in men. Hormones and genetics are the reasons. But what exactly is hair loss in men and what hair loss treatments are available for men?
The hair is dead but the follicle or cavity from which it grows is alive. Throughout our lives we are constantly losing hair but it is constantly replaced by new hair. As you age and the hair becomes thinner, the follicle shrinks. Some of us hair does not grow back. Why? Perhaps because of dihydrotestosterone, a male hormone. This is the same hormone, a derivative of testosterone, that causes hair growth during puberty. Although there is no conclusive study, the enzyme 5-alphareductase is increased in these culprit follicles. This enzyme converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone.
Many men embrace their baldness. They can shave their entire head or manage the remaining hair. Either way, proper grooming is important. Cleanliness is always at the top of the list. Get your hair trimmed and keep hairlines sharp.
shampoo to stop hair fall
Finding a shampoo that removes dihydrotestosterone may reduce or slow hair loss. Some ingredients that break down DHT are azelaic acid, saw palmetto, and zinc sulfate.
Drugs
The two main drugs used to treat male pattern baldness are:
Minoxidil (Rogaine) — a solution you apply directly to the scalp to stimulate hair follicles. It slows hair loss for many men, and some men grow new hair. The previous degree of hair loss returns when you stop applying the solution.
Finasteride (Propecia, Proscar) — a prescription pill that blocks production of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone. Like with minoxidil, you are likely to experience slower hair loss than actual new hair growth. In general, it is somewhat more effective than Minoxidil. The previous degree of hair loss tends to return when you stop taking the drug.
hair transplant
Hair transplant involves removing small plugs of hair from areas and placing them in areas where hair is growing. It can cause minor scarring in the donor areas and carries a slight risk for skin infection.
Source by Joqtan Anicama
