Understanding Male Pattern Hair Loss(MPHL)

The most common form of hair loss is MPHL - Male Pattern Hair Loss. It represents 95% of all cases of hair loss in men. About 50% of men before 50 experience MPHL. Male pattern hair loss is not rare condition.

If you are reading this probably you are very familiar with MPHL. It usually begins with slow balding at the crown or receding hairline, or both. MPHL is typically a progressive condition. And the hair loss continues if untreated. After some time you'll notice the loss of the hair, even 50% of your hair.. That is why is very important mot to miss right moment and start treang hair loss with PROPECIA. PROPECIA (generic name: finasteride) will help limit or stop hair loss and if it's not too late can help to regrow hair.

Male Pattern Hair Loss Stages(MPHL)

Male Pattern Hair Loss (MPHL) is not rare. Look at the streets, offices, TV shows - all this will remind you that you are not alone. In fact, about 50% of men before 50 are affected by MPHL. It can start even in your teens and before you realize it, your hair may already be gone forever.

MPHL usually gets worse without treatment.

The Norwood-Hamilton scale shows the progressive stages of Male Pattern Hair Loss. You may use the scale and define your stage. Remember that untreated MPHL usually gets worse. Most men would prefer to have nice hair and keep it as long as it is possible. But unfortunately, desire alone will not hold your hair from falling out. Male Pattern Hair Loss will continue, causing the bald spot on your head to grow.

Causes of MPHL

Your parents have plenty of hair, so you will not go bald, right? Male Pattern Hair Loss can be inherited from both sides of the family. Hair follicles may be more sensitive to a chemical called dihydrotestosterone.

DHT (dihydrotestosterone) and Male Pattern Hair Loss

Men with Male Pattern Hair Loss have high levels of dihydrotestosterone in their balding scalps. Scientists believe that dihydrotestosterone contributes to the shrinking of hair follicles and a reduction in the number of visible hairs.

Dihydrotestosterone is a substance in the scalp that can shrink the hair follicle until it stops producing visible hair. Scientists believe that family history and dihydrotestosterone are the key factors in Male Pattern Hair Loss. PROPECIA (finasteride) blocks the formulation of dihydrotestosterone in the scalp.

Other causes of hair loss

• Major surgery
• Illness
• Medications
• Disease
• Alopecia areata

Treatment Options

Many products for MPHL are available on the market. These treatments are categorized below. The comparative effectiveness of these treatments in growing hair or preventing further hair loss is not known.