Male pattern baldness
November 28, 2009 by Medical Dude
Filed under Hair Loss (Alopecia)
Male pattern baldness is the most common type of hair loss in men. It usually follows a typical pattern of receding hairline and hair thinning on the crown, and is caused by hormones and genetic predisposition.
What genes are related to androgenetic alopecia?
November 27, 2009 by Medical Dude
Filed under Hair Loss (Alopecia)
The AR gene is associated with androgenetic alopecia. A variety of genetic and environmental factors likely play a role in causing androgenetic alopecia. Although researchers are studying risk factors that may contribute to this condition, most of these factors remain unknown. Researchers have determined that this form of hair loss is related to hormones called [...]
Androgenetic Alopecia
November 26, 2009 by Medical Dude
Filed under Hair Loss (Alopecia)
Androgenetic alopecia is a common form of hair loss in both men & women. In men, this condition is also known as male-pattern baldness. Hair is lost in a well-defined pattern, beginning above both temples. Over time, the hairline recedes to form a characteristic “M” shape. Hair also thins at the crown (near the top [...]

