Male pattern baldness

The pattern hair loss or male pattern baldness is commonly seen in middle aged men. This is a genetic condition where the hairs of the top portion of the head start falling and soon the top portion becomes bald.However there is thick hairs on the lower part of the head and back part of the head. This is very less seen in ladies but more noticed in men.This is due to genetic problems which interfere with androgenic system of the body.This happens due to the direct action of DHT(DiHydro Testosterone) which is produced by Testosterone by the action of enzyme 5-alpha reductase. This DHT acts on the scalp and makes it hard.It becomes difficult for hair to grow and the hair follicles becomes very weak. Ultimately the hair falls and it gradually develops baldness. Hair shaft sinks significantly in this condition.

Treating such condition is very difficult. The treatment is slow and it needs lot of care. The hair implantation can be done by a specialized cosmetic surgeon but this is a costly affair and the hairs do not grow naturally and are not very strong.It can be treated by applying scalp softening solutions regularly and use of herbal or vitamin oils on head, taking regular steam bath is also a good option. Moreover particular active drugs against DHT are Minidoxil and Saw Palmetto which can block the DHT and facilitate the hair growth. Apart from this there should be vitamin and mineral supplement with this therapy.If diet and life style is maintained properly along with the therapy, it is more likely to regain some good hairs over a period of time.