Hair loss in young men

It goes without saying that men stand more chance of losing hair on their head after the age of 21. We lose, on average, 100 hairs per day, based on the average scalp containing 100,000 hair follicles. So you should not be alarmed to discover loose hairs on your comb or pillow, or when combing, brushing, showering or shampooing; it is considered completely normal. But when excess shedding occurs on a daily basis, you may have to accept that you are suffering from some form of hair loss. Men under the age of 30 who believe they may be at risk of going bald can check for other more obvious symptoms before making drastic decisions to rectify the problem. Thinning at the temples and the frontal hairline above the eyebrows are indications of male pattern baldness, a common type of hair loss in men that you should also look out for.

Is hair loss in men genetic?

If there are older members of your family, including those on your mother’s side that have male pattern hair loss you may not be surprised to know that it too may affect you at some point in your life. There is no set age for which hair loss in men strikes, and some men are lucky as they may not suffer any noticeable symptoms until middle age. Other factors can contribute to the development of hair loss in men, such as stress, extreme anxiety, illness and surgery.

What’s the next step?

If you are worried about hair loss you should arrange to speak to a specialist who will make observations to gauge whether the problem is temporary or long-term. Ethical considerations are especially important when a patient is vulnerable, distressed, and not yet an adult. It is important to remember that, although you may wish for a quick solution, you should not rush into any decisions regarding hair restoration, especially surgery.

Why is surgery not a possible option?

Each case should be judged on its individual merit and not considered for treatment just because it’s a convenient option. Because hair transplantation has high public acceptance as a successful method of hair restoration, younger men may consider it his first choice, above medicinal aid. In fact, most specialists do not consider hair transplantation a suitable option for most men less than 21 years of age for the following reasons:

• Its unlikely that the pattern and progression of hair loss has been fully revealed
• Hair transplantation at an early age can disrupt hair growth later in life
• Like many surgical procedures, future hair transplantation surgeries may be required to maintain a natural appearance
• Surgery may have to be preformed at a later date to correct any initial errors.

Can any other treatment stop hair loss in young men?

Yes, there is more than one way to stop hair loss in men and stimulate hair regrowth. Both prescription and over-the-counter medication can be used daily to assist in the rejuvenation of weak, thinning hair with positive results. Two main types of non-surgical treatment can be readily obtained so that you start treatment as soon as possible, they are Propecia and Regain. To place an order for Propecia, please visit the treatment page and select your dosage and quantity.