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Male pattern baldness, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is the most common type of hair loss in men. It’s a genetic and hormone-driven condition that causes hair to thin and fall out in a predictable pattern.
🔬 What Causes It?
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Genetics: If it runs in your family, you’re more likely to experience it.
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Hormones: It’s linked to dihydrotestosterone (DHT), a byproduct of testosterone. DHT shrinks hair follicles, making hair thinner, shorter, and eventually unable to grow.
🗺️ Typical Pattern:
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Begins with a receding hairline at the temples
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Followed by thinning at the crown
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Eventually forms an “M”-shaped pattern, and in advanced stages, only a horseshoe-shaped rim of hair remains
⏳ When It Starts:
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Can begin as early as the late teens or early 20s
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Becomes more noticeable with age
🛠️ Treatment Options:
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Medications:
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Minoxidil (topical) – boosts blood flow to follicles
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Finasteride (oral) – blocks DHT
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Hair Transplants
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Laser Therapy or PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)
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Lifestyle: Managing stress and supporting hormone balance may help slow progression