Many experts believe that male pattern baldness is a condition that is inherited. Hair loss is generally noticed around the crown and the temple area. Doctors are now of the opinion that the excess of a chemical called Dihyrototerone or DHT is the likely cause. Hair follices are affected by this chemical which causes the production of increasingly thinner hair until it ceases to function correctly.

Is it preventable?

If the problem can be reversed or halted, it may well be possible to stop any future hair from coming out. Maybe, it is as a result of some deficiency in iron or vitamin, then replacing these in quantity will probaly help.

There are many male hair loss treatments on the market which have been designed to slow down or eliminate balding with a varied amount of success. Many men find that hairloss can slow down or even stop naturally for no specific reason after a certain age.

Is it necessary to visit the GP?

You may feel that your hair loss is attributable to a health problem, you should go and see your GP. If the hair loss is patchy and uneven, then it would be advisable. If you have found a loss of appetite or tiredness, then your doctor will probably conduct a blood test.

Treatment

Wigs, weaves and hair transplants are, obviously, the most direct form of treatment, while some advocate shaving or close cutting which simply makes the hair loss less obvious. You can disguise the problem depending upon the style -for example you can cut the hair close to hide the thinning or bald pate.

Some people see benefit from using Minoxidil which is a lotion that can be bought at most chemist shops. It slows down the process of hair loss and can cause new hair growth but you have to keep on using it or it will stop being effective.

If you require more information about any hair loss issues including alopecia universalis contact The Westminster Practice.