Hair Regrowth
What is Alopecia?
Male pattern hair loss (MPHL), also known as androgenetic alopecia, is a common condition characterized by a progressive and predictable pattern of hair thinning and loss in men. Commonly affected areas include the anterior scalp, mid-scalp, temporal scalp, and vertex of the scalp. It is the most prevalent form of hair loss in males and is primarily influenced by genetic and hormonal factors.
Treatments
Finasteride is a medication that blocks the production of a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is the key androgen involved in the initiation and promotion of Male patter hair loss. Finasteride works by stopping an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase from converting testosterone to DHT.
Minoxidil is a substance that helps widen blood vessels. It does this by triggering the production of something called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which helps keep the blood flow and size of certain structures called dermal papillae in good shape. These papillae are important for hair growth because they're linked to the size of hair follicles. Minoxidil also helps regulate potassium ion channels, which might add to its positive effects.
Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormone that plays a big role in causing male pattern hair loss. Azelaic acid effectively blocks DHT, thus slowing down the progression of telogen effluvium and pattern baldness. Numerous studies have indicated its efficacy in promoting the growth of new hair.
FAQs
There are 2 possible cause to hair loss
- Genetic Predisposition: Family history plays a significant role in male pattern hair loss. If close male relatives, such as a father or brothers, experienced this condition, there is an increased likelihood of inheriting the genetic predisposition for MPHL.
- Hormones, specifically dihydrotestosterone (DHT), contribute to male pattern hair loss. DHT is a byproduct of testosterone and can miniaturize hair follicles, leading to shorter and finer hair growth. This process eventually results in the loss of visible hair.
Finasteride: Finasteride is a medication that blocks the production of a hormone called dihydrotestosterone (DHT). Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is the key androgen involved in the initiation and promotion of Male patter hair loss. Finasteride works by stopping an enzyme called 5-alpha reductase from converting testosterone to DHT.
Minoxidil: Minoxidil is a substance that helps widen blood vessels. It does this by triggering the production of something called vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), which helps keep the blood flow and size of certain structures called dermal papillae in good shape. These papillae are important for hair growth because they're linked to the size of hair follicles. Minoxidil also helps regulate potassium ion channels, which might add to its positive effects.
Azetelic acid: Dihydrotestosterone (DHT) is a hormone that plays a big role in causing male pattern hair loss. Azelaic acid effectively blocks DHT, thus slowing down the progression of telogen effluvium and pattern baldness. Numerous studies have indicated its efficacy in promoting the growth of new hair.