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research Validity of self reported male balding patterns in epidemiological studies

32 citations , December 2004 in “BMC Public Health”

This study found that trained observers using the Hamilton-Norwood classification were very reliable in assessing balding patterns, while men's self-assessments were moderately accurate compared to observers.

research Male balding is a major risk factor for severe COVID-19

29 citations , July 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

In this study, researchers found that severe androgenic alopecia in hospitalized men was associated with a higher likelihood of testing positive for COVID-19.

Male Balding as a Major Risk Factor for Severe COVID-19: A Possible Role for Targeting Androgens and Transmembrane Protease Serine 2 to Protect Vulnerable Individuals

research Male balding as a major risk factor for severe COVID-19: A possible role for targeting androgens and transmembrane protease serine 2 to protect vulnerable individuals

6 citations , September 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This letter discusses how severe baldness in men is associated with higher risk of severe COVID-19, and highlights research suggesting antiandrogen medications may improve outcomes.

research A response to “Male balding is a major risk factor for severe COVID-19”

2 citations , October 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This research discusses androgenic alopecia's potential role in severe COVID-19 symptomatology and suggests further exploration of the scalp's role in virus transmission.

research Reply to letter to the editor: “A response to ‘Male balding is a major risk factor for severe COVID-19’”

1 citations , October 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

This article discusses potential links between male balding, specifically androgenic alopecia, and severe COVID-19, suggesting that balding may serve as a biomarker for identifying higher-risk patients, but it reports no new experimental findings.

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community Even male lions can’t escape balding

in Satire 185 upvotes 11 months ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include dutasteride and oral minoxidil. The conversation humorously compares male lions' manes to human balding.

community 18/19 male, started balding when I was 16, diffuse thinning

in Chat 12 upvotes 1 year ago

An 18/19-year-old male started balding at 16 and initially saw hair growth with minoxidil, but results diminished over time. He switched dermatologists and is now using a regimen of topical finasteride, minoxidil, vitamin D, and supplements, hoping for better results.

community Nutrafol backed by Science to reverse male balding?

in Research/Science 1 upvotes 1 year ago

Nutrafol helps improve hair thickness and hairline but may have potential health risks like liver damage and increased prostate cancer risk. The user plans to continue Nutrafol at a lower dosage while managing seborrheic dermatitis and considers future use of topical finasteride, minoxidil, rosemary oil, and microneedling.

community 50 year old male, been balding for 10+ years

in Progress Pictures 101 upvotes 10 months ago

A 50-year-old male has been using 0.5mg oral finasteride, 5% topical minoxidil, and weekly microneedling to combat hair loss, seeing progress with new hair growth. He plans to continue this regimen and evaluate results after 12 months.

community Progress pictures June 8-August 28. 33 y/o male noticed balding about 3-5 years ago.

46 upvotes 3 weeks ago

A 33-year-old male used Minoxidil, finasteride, and derma rolling to address hair loss, showing noticeable improvement over a few months. Friends observed positive changes, and the user plans to share more progress pictures in the future.

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learn Hair Transplant

Hair transplantation moves DHT-resistant follicles from a donor area (back and sides of the scalp) into thinning or bald areas. The transplanted hair is generally permanent, though surrounding native hair can keep thinning.

What causes male pattern baldness? Male pattern baldness is caused by genetic sensitivity to the hormone DHT.
Does a hair transplant stop future hair loss? A hair transplant does not stop future hair loss in untreated areas.
Can you go bald after a hair transplant? Yes, you can still go bald after a hair transplant due to thinning native hair.

learn Scalp Micropigmentation

Is scalp micropigmentation suitable for all types of hair loss? Scalp micropigmentation is generally suitable for various types of hair loss.
What is Scalp Micropigmentation and how does it help people with visible hair loss? Scalp Micropigmentation creates the illusion of hair follicles on the scalp for visible hair loss.

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