People with early-onset hair loss (AGA) have a higher risk of heart disease, metabolic syndrome, and prostate enlargement.
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Eating a lot of soy might lower the chance of early hair loss in men likely to get it.
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Men with early balding may have a higher risk of prostate issues, and surgery for prostate cancer has a slight survival benefit over radiation.
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Early balding may be a sign of future prostate problems.