Patients may be devastated to learn that there is no easy fix for their hair loss. While many situations are temporary and relatively easy to reverse, one condition remains incurable. Male and female pattern baldness is considered a long-term hair loss situation.
For men, pattern baldness generally starts with a receding hairline and/or thinning at the crown. Females generally experience thinness at all areas of the scalp. Baldness remains a puzzling field of study. Some discoveries have been made regarding the cause and treatment of baldness, but there are several unanswered questions.
For the most part, baldness is allegedly a genetic issue. Certain scalps are said to be genetically-prone to baldness. Over time, the growth cycle shortens. Hairs are rooted superficially and are not as thick or sturdy as they once were. The follicles begin to deteriorate and eventually fail to produce any hair at a
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