5 Signs To Detect Male Hair Loss
Male hair loss happens pretty frequently, for a lot of men before they turn 35.
You’re not alone in the struggle. According to the Male Hair Loss Association, 66% of men experience some level of hair loss before they hit 35. Losing hair for men in their late twenties or early thirties can cause men to feel inadequate or result in self-esteem issues.
But stressing out about the problem won’t help. Male pattern baldness may be the reason you’re experiencing excessive hair loss, more than the normal 80-100 strands a day.
It’s important to be proactive and notice the signs in order to find the best solutions to deal with your male hair loss.
Before you jump to conclusions or start seeking suitable men’s hair pieces to hide that bald spot, consider these 5 steps to recognize if you’re dealing with male pattern baldness.
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Sign of Hair Loss #1: Your Relatives
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This sounds like a lot to consider but it’s important to look at hair loss patterns in your family as well as think back to when you started to notice your hair was thinning.
Age plays a big part in determining whether it’s male pattern baldness as well because the chances of balding increase significantly with your age.
Eighty percent of men over 50 experience male pattern baldness, which is quite the jump from the 66% of men in their thirties. That’s why it’s important to consider age, since it’s one of the three main factors that result in male hair loss. The other two are family history and high levels of androgen, a hormone which can clog hair follicles.
While many believe that male pattern baldness stems from the mother’s side of the family and genetics do account for 80% of cases, you can inherit the gene from your father’s side as well.
If you notice bald men or women experiencing hair loss on either side of the family, you should talk to them about their pattern and discover when they started to experience this thinning or shedding.
This can help you since you may notice patterns between their stages of hair loss and your own, but don’t go around blaming them for your hair loss. Instead, start to monitor your hair loss and look for solutions that work for you.
Sign of Hair Loss #2: Receding Hairline
If you begin to notice that your hairline is receding or you notice that your frontal hairline forms an ‘M’ shape, it is likely that you’re experiencing male pattern baldness.
Usually, your temples recede more than the middle section of your frontal hairline and eventually the hair becomes thinner and shorter.
You may have just started to notice that your temples are receding, or you may have already noticed the ‘M’ shape and as soon as you notice these signs, you should consult a physician.
Balding isn’t the same for everyone, however, some men don’t lose hair at the temples first and the hairline recedes altogether. In either case, it’s important to pay attention to how quickly your hairline is moving back.
You may be comfortable with the thinning at earlier stages but if you anticipate that balding is going to cause you stress or negatively affect your appearance, it’s better that you are proactive and look for solutions. The earlier you respond, the better.
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Sign of Hair Loss #3: Thinning of Your Crown
While most men notice hair loss from the frontal hairline, thinning at the crown is another key indicator of male hair loss.
For some men, the receding hairline and thinning at the crown go hand in hand, which means that it’s likely your male pattern baldness will result in a horseshoe or ‘U’ shape of hair growth around your scalp at later stages, when your hair stops to grow in certain areas.
Research finds that the hair follicles around your crown are more susceptible to high levels of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) or a hormonal imbalance in comparison to the follicles above your ear or at the back of your scalp.
So if you start to notice thinning at the crown or a receding hairline, it’s definitely male pattern baldness.
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Sign of Hair Loss #4: Other External Factors
Many men happen to have genetics in place that will result in premature hair loss.
However, if it doesn’t run in your family or you have doubts about the pattern of your hair loss, there may be other reasons for it.
Hair loss can occur for reasons beyond genetics that may require immediate medical attention such as:
- Some forms of cancer
- Medications
- Thyroid disorders
- Heart Disease
- Diabetes
- Steroid use
- Autoimmune diseases
- Scalp infections
Malnutrition, taking anabolic steroids, over-medicating, iron deficiency, among many other factors are all causes of male hair loss that may not always be linked to male pattern baldness.
If you feel like your hair is shedding or thinning all over your scalp, chances are it might be your environment or certain medications you may be taking.
If you’re stressed out at work or not sleeping well, you may suffer temporary hair loss as well. Certain hair treatments or products may not suit you and a change in hair products could cause your hair to fall out.
That’s why it’s important to notice if there is a pattern with your male hair loss or if there are environmental changes or any kind of deficiency that may be causing the hair loss.
In this case, it’s important to find the cause and reverse the problem. If you simply aren’t sure, you can consult a physician to talk about your history and they can help decipher the cause.
How to be Certain about Hair Loss
If you’re confused by what’s causing your hair to thin or your balding is patchy and doesn’t fit a particular pattern, it’s safe to trust the experts. Consult with a doctor to discuss your male hair loss rather than jump to looking at men’s hairpieces.
If your doctor diagnoses you with male pattern baldness, there are plenty of treatments you can consider. While there is no cure, you have ample choices when it comes to solutions.
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