Male Pattern / Female Pattern Hair Loss Quiz
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Before the hair loss, the scalp was itchy
No new hair growth
Hair on my head is thin and soft
Scalp itch or discomfort, followed by hair falling out
Itchy scalp before the hair started to fall
Forehead hair line gradually receding
New hair has stopped growing recently
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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
A common type of baldness that occurs with age. In males, the hairline recedes while in females, the hair loss is generalized causing thinning. The exact cause is unknown, but hormones and genetics play an important role.
Hair loss
Receding hairline
Scalp hair has become thin and soft
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose male pattern / female pattern hair loss
Have you felt that you are losing more hair recently?
Is the forehead hair line gradually receding?
Is the hair on your head thin and soft?
Creams are typically given to help with hair regrowth. In severe cases, medication or minor surgery (hair transplants) might be considered.
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