Hair Loss Overview
It is important to do a hair loss overview to assess your situation so you can better examine your hair loss symptoms. Women’s hair loss and men’s hair loss are two separate issues and need to be treated as such. It is very difficult for some men to accept their hair loss, especially at very young ages between 20 and 25. Sadly, there are currently only two recognized FDA approved treatments for male pattern baldness—Minoxidil (Rogaine) and Propecia. Both have mixed results on their users and once started, the user has to use them for the duration of their lives. There are many things to consider and what to do now that baldness is an issue.
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The Androgenetic alopecia of male pattern baldness accounts for more than 95% of hair loss in men. By the considerable young age of 35, two-thirds of American men have some noticeable degree of hair loss. By age 50, 85% of men have significantly thinning hair and all of these processes begin before they reach the age of 21. Society and pop culture makes men very sensitive to hair loss and unhappy with their hair loss situation. Stress and hair loss have become symbiotic in the study of this huge image problem. Losing your hair can affect someone’s:
- Interpersonal Relationships
- Self-Esteem
- Self-Confidence
- Career Paths
Everyone’s hair goes through a cycle of growth and rest which varies by individual. Generally speaking, the growth phase of hair known as anagen lasts two to three years. During this phase, the hair grows approximately 1 centimeter a month. The resting phase of the follicle is called telogen and lasts three to four months.. Gradual thinning is normal but when the shedding rate exceeds the rate of regrowth and the new hair is thinner or when the shedding hair begins to come out in patches. Generally, you have to think about how important your hair is to you and how much you can spend on hair loss treatment costs.
