Early-onset baldness is linked to genetics, lifestyle, and can indicate higher risk for heart and metabolic diseases, and affects mental health.
December 2023 in “International Journal of Research in Dermatology” Hormonal imbalances are important in the development of male pattern baldness.
There are many treatments for common hair loss, but more trials are needed to decide which are best.
January 2023 in “Annals of Dermatology” Men with a family history of hair loss on their mother's side are more likely to have female pattern hair loss.
March 2022 in “International Journal of Trichology” Smoking may worsen hair loss, but more research is needed.
17 citations,
November 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” Combination therapies for androgenetic alopecia work best but can have significant side effects and costs.
36 citations,
October 2021 in “Frontiers in Endocrinology” Insulin resistance and high male hormone levels are major causes of Polycystic Ovary Syndrome.
3 citations,
January 2021 in “Medicinski arhiv” Trichoscopy, a hair loss evaluation technique, found that people with Androgenetic Alopecia have more thin hairs, yellow dots, and perifollicular discoloration than healthy individuals.
6 citations,
March 2020 in “Journal of International Medical Research” Early hair loss common in Chinese males, linked to family history and smoking; early treatment advised.
4 citations,
February 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” Poor sleep, meat-heavy diets, and junk food worsen hair loss, while sugary drinks may help.
9 citations,
February 2020 in “International Journal of Endocrinology” Some men with early hair loss may have a male version of PCOS, affecting hormones and increasing health risks.
13 citations,
February 2020 in “Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology” Men with hair loss have higher BMI, waist size, blood pressure, and are linked to smoking and inactivity.
24 citations,
January 2018 in “Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology” Androgenetic alopecia is mainly caused by genetic factors and increased androgen activity, leading to hair follicle miniaturization.
12 citations,
November 2017 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Mediterranean diet with fresh herbs and vegetables lowers male hair loss risk.
28 citations,
July 2017 in “Journal of Endocrinological Investigation” Early onset baldness in men may indicate a condition similar to PCOS, linked to heart disease, diabetes, and prostate issues.
21 citations,
May 2017 in “International Journal of Dermatology” Overweight smokers have worse hair loss.
6 citations,
January 2017 in “Annals of Dermatology” More exercise might link to hair loss, but other factors also matter.
47 citations,
June 2016 in “JAMA Dermatology” Men with early hair loss have similar hormone levels to women with PCOS, possibly increasing risk of obesity and heart issues.
14 citations,
March 2016 in “Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss links to high blood pressure, high fat levels, and metabolic issues, suggesting early heart disease screening.
46 citations,
December 2014 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Premature hair graying in young men is linked to family history, obesity, and smoking.
38 citations,
November 2013 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Higher BMI links to worse hair loss in Taiwanese men.
25 citations,
January 2013 in “International Journal of Trichology” Premature balding in some men may be linked to altered hormones, but it's not the male equivalent to polycystic ovary syndrome or metabolic syndrome.
21 citations,
November 2012 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery” Both genetic and lifestyle factors significantly affect female hair loss.
12 citations,
September 2011 in “Archives of Dermatological Research” Policemen have more hair loss due to obesity, sunlight exposure, and stress.