Causes of hair loss in men

Scalp hair loss is a common problem among men. However, hair loss cannot be considered normal. When hair falls out, a man’s appearance changes, this visually makes the man older, so if possible, hair loss should be eliminated. How to stop hair loss? You should start by determining the cause of hair loss. Only by establishing the cause can you stop hair loss by addressing the root of the problem, rather than fighting hair loss as a consequence.

Features of men’s hair

Men’s hair is different from women’s. Men’s hair is harder, denser and more prone to falling out. Hair loss occurs gradually; in most cases, areas are formed where the thickness of the hair decreases, it becomes weaker, strong hair is replaced by vellus hair and gradually falls out. These patches of lost hair grow and merge. The most likely location of areas without hair is the forehead and parietal area. Over time, they can form a single lesion without hair.

Causes of hair loss in men

For what reasons does hair loss occur in men? Modern trichology identifies several main factors that influence the strength of hair and provoke the onset of hair loss. These factors include:

• innate sensitivity of hair follicles to derivatives of the hormone testosterone, which is normally found in a man’s blood; this is a genetic predisposition to hair loss – about 80% of men inherit a tendency to hair loss;
• changes in hormonal levels in men – changes, surges, age-related changes affect hair; in adolescents, hair loss may be supplemented by problems of greasy hair and thinning, but as hormonal levels stabilize, hair stops falling out;
• autoimmune diseases and diseases of the immune system – a man loses hair with thyroiditis, lupus, scleroderma and other pathologies;
• diseases of the endocrine glands – with diabetes, metabolic disorders, hypo- and hyperthyroidism, men experience hair problems, even hair loss;
• infectious diseases – intoxication causes the follicles of the head to weaken, function incorrectly, and stop providing hair growth;
• oncological diseases – loss is a consequence of chemotherapy, radiation;
• strong medications – hair can fall out not only during treatment, but also some time after treatment;
• unbalanced nutrition – hair becomes dull, gray, lifeless, and falls out rapidly if it does not receive enough nutrients;
• abuse of alcohol, tobacco, and energy drinks has a bad effect on the body and provokes hair loss;
• Living in an environmentally unfavorable area is a common reason for hair loss;
• burns, scalp injuries – after scarring of the skin, new hair growth does not occur, as the hair follicles die.

Depending on the factors that caused hair loss in men, the trichologist will let you know the crown hair loss stages and will prescribe treatment for the scalp, hair and the body as a whole.

Necessary tests

An accurate diagnosis in cases of male hair loss is of great importance. In case of loss, consultations with specialized specialists – a gastroenterologist, endocrinologist and others – may be required. On the first visit, the trichologist will:

• examination of the scalp and hair with a special apparatus with the possibility of multiple image magnification;
• collection of complaints;
• determining the reason why hair began to fall out;
• prescription of treatment.

Blood tests may be required – general, hormonal levels and others, which will reliably show the impact of health on the condition of the hair. The exact list of necessary studies is determined individually.

How hair loss is treated in men

Modern treatment can successfully combat hair loss. Having established the cause, the doctor will suggest a therapeutic regimen that can help restore a man’s hair. For male pattern baldness, treatment necessarily involves drugs that stimulate hair growth. At the An-Tek Laboratory, they fight the problem of hair loss using unique external medications for the head, approved and patented by the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation. If your hair is falling out, do not waste time on self-medication. It is important for men, like women, to realize their attractiveness. Thick, strong, shiny hair is a decoration for any person. Patients from Canada, the USA, Russia—hundreds of thousands of people—trusted us with their heads. We use combination hair therapy, including:

• ointments and creams for topical application to the head;
• vitamin supplements necessary for healthy hair;
• injection techniques, which involve injections into the scalp of special drugs that stimulate hair growth;
• medications for men’s health, which will be prescribed by a doctor of the appropriate profile.

Restoring the hair to its former glory on the head takes time and effort. Therapy lasts from 2 to 6 months, after which additional supportive measures for the hair will be required.

Prevention for men

To prevent the problem from recurring and hair loss, follow the recommendations of your trichologist. Proper care, proper nutrition, and stress-free life are important for hair. Use special soft hair combs, shampoos and conditioners of the appropriate type, and avoid abuse of alcohol and tobacco.