Hair Loss Info

More than 95% of all cases of hair loss in men are caused by genetics, and the result is a type of balding known as male pattern baldness or androgenetic alopecia, so called because its onset has been found to be associated with the male hormone androgen. Most men will experienced the hair loss as a receding of the hairline and loss of hair at the top of the scalp. Although much rarer, hair loss can also be caused by factors related to diet, drugs and ailments such as scalp diseases or hormone disorders. For the millions of men who suffer from genetic hair loss, the available treatments vary widely from topical creams to medications. What has proven to be the most effective way of combating genetic hair loss, however, has been the recent advancements in hair restoration surgery.

Many people are surprised to find out that women also suffer from genetic hair loss. In fact, about 20% of women aged 50 and over will experience some balding. The term in this case, however, is female diffuse alopecia. The word diffused refers to the gradual thinning of the hair that occurs at the top of the head. Whereas men experience a receding of the hairline in various patterns, women's hairlines will generally remain intact. Despite their differences, the best chance for a permanent, natural solution for both men and women has been found with hair restoration surgery.