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	<title>Male Pattern Baldness Blog &#187; Hair Loss</title>
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		<title>Male Hair Loss &#8211; Causes and Treatment</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 12:56:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Causes
A number of men contain patches on the scalp; these patches are incredibly susceptible to the male sex hormones that are present in the men&#8217;s blood. These hormones cause the hair follicles shrinkage. Ultimately, these hair follicles become so minute that they cannot restore lost hair. Though these follicles remain alive, but they are no [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><strong>Causes</strong><br />
A number of men contain patches on the scalp; these patches are incredibly susceptible to the male sex hormones that are present in the men&#8217;s blood. These hormones cause the hair follicles shrinkage. Ultimately, these hair follicles become so minute that they cannot restore lost hair. Though these follicles remain alive, but they are no more able to carry out their task. </p>
<p>This condition generally begins in men aged 20 to 30 and then it follows a distinctive pattern. Primarily, a diminishing hairline builds up, and slowly the hair on the top of the head starts to become slender. Finally, the two balding patches combine together and create a distinctive U-shape around the corners of the head and its back. The remaining hair is mostly finer, and its growth become slower than it used to be. </p>
<p><strong>Treatment</strong><br />
<span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/go/baldnesstreatment/" target="_blank">hair loss</a></span> is normally considered as natural, and not an ailment. Thus if you are planning to get your hair back, you will be most likely to pay for the extensive and high-priced procedure yourself.</p>
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<li>Minoxidil lotion was initially used to treat high blood pressure; the hair growth was merely its one of the side effects that, has proved to be useful in treating baldness. This lotion is usually applied two times a day on the scalp. This lotion is not obtainable on NHS prescription, but you can easily get over-the-counter. Nearly 60% of hair loss patients get advantage from this lotion to varying degrees and its sound effects begin to stop with the stoppage of its usage.</li>
<li>Finasteride is a medication available in tablet form that to some extent obstructs the adverse effects of the male sex hormones on hair growth. It is usually taken in an elevated amount in order to decrease the size of prostate gland in males. The treatment must be sustained in order to maintain the enhancement in hair growth. This medicine is only available on private prescription and its monthly usage costs approximately £30.</li>
<li>Plastic surgery is another dependable way if you want to restore lost hair. These techniques for getting back your hair are persistently getting improved.</li>
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<p><em>Author Bio:<br />
Chris has been an expert in hair disorders writing specifically on the subject of hair loss. His work has been published on various websites and magazines and provides insightful advice for <a href="http://www.quickhairlosstreatment.com/hair-articles/natural-hair-loss-treatments.html" target="_blank">hair loss treatment</a>. For more articles on hair loss and its causes please visit <a href="http://www.quickhairlosstreatment.com/" target="_blank">http://www.quickhairlosstreatment.com/</a></em></p>
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		<title>Excellent Ways to Prevent Hair Loss</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:07:06 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Male Pattern Baldness Writer</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[hair loss is something that people are usually appalled at. Most of them do not like it whenever they are called bald or baldie. That is why they do everything they can to prevent this hair tragedy from happening to them, including buying top selling hair loss products. However, not all cases are the same. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/go/baldnesstreatment/" target="_blank">hair loss</a></span> is something that people are usually appalled at. Most of them do not like it whenever they are called bald or baldie. That is why they do everything they can to prevent this hair tragedy from happening to them, including <a title="buying top selling hair loss products" href="http://beautyboxsalon.com/best-selling-hair-loss-products.html">buying top selling hair loss products</a>. However, not all cases are the same. So, there are just some people who cannot escape hair loss. Nonetheless, if you still want to prevent it from happening to you, here are some suggestions.</p>
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<li> <strong>Research your family history</strong>. A lot of hair loss cases are genetic. So if your ancestors lost most of their hair before they even reached 40, chances are you will also lose your hair at the same age. However, you must not lose hope yet. Once you see the early signs, you must go to your dermatologist right away. While you will not be able to change your genetic makeup, you can still reduce the amount of hair falling off your head.</li>
<li> <strong>Avoid stressful situations as much as possible</strong>. According to researchers, stress is a huge factor for hair fall. Whenever individuals undergo emotional, physical, or mental stress, their hair often falls off. This happens even if they do not have family histories of hair fall and baldness. Anyway, to be able to reduce stress, you can try meditating and exercising. You must also take time to unwind and relax.</li>
<li> <strong>Avoid products that contain strong chemicals</strong>. Whenever you go out to buy hair products, check out the ingredients. Also, whenever you go to the salon, resist offers for perming, relaxing, or coloring. Your hair may look good at first; but after a while, it will start to fall off. The chemicals in these hair products are very harmful not only to nature but also to your hair. Then again, if your hair is already damaged, deep conditioning and hot oil treatments might help restore its health.</li>
<li> <strong>Have a healthy lifestyle</strong>. Your overall health is very important. If you want your hair to be healthy, your whole body has to be healthy. So, you must eliminate your bad vices and have a balanced diet.</li>
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		<title>Stop Wearing Those Hats: Consider Hairpieces for Men</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2010 18:05:21 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Male Pattern Baldness Writer</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Many balding men appear to develop a love for hats as they lose more and more hair. Hats have been considered an alternative to hairpieces for men because these pieces have historically been both unflattering and unnatural. However, today’s technology has made having a full head of hair again a true possibility.
There are many ways [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Many balding men appear to develop a love for hats as they lose more and more hair. Hats have been considered an alternative to hairpieces for men because these pieces have historically been both unflattering and unnatural. However, today’s technology has made having a full head of hair again a true possibility.</p>
<p>There are many ways to regain that full head of hair. Wigs, custom hairpieces, toupees, hair plugs, and surgical hair replacement systems are a few of the most popular choices. These solutions range widely in price and effectiveness. The single most important aspect of any hair replacement option is for the new hair to look and feel natural.</p>
<p>Surgical treatments can be very expensive and have received mixed reviews on their effectiveness. Toupees have been typically considered almost a cliché. More and more companies have developed non-surgical methods of hair replacement that are not only affordable but also have the natural look and texture that so many people desire. It is also a huge bonus that these hair systems usually have much more flexibility in use than other alternatives.</p>
<p>The benefit of these types of non-surgical hair replacement systems is that they can be washed and styled, just like real hair. Normal activities such as sleeping or swimming will also not affect the natural look of the hair. It’s like regaining an original head of hair. For many people, this is one of the most gratifying experiences.</p>
<p>Those willing to shop online for the best prices will see that there are a plethora of companies that specialize in these types of <a href="http://www.hair-necessities.com">hairpieces for men</a>. While not everyone will qualify for certain types of <a href="http://www.infobarrel.com/What_To_Look_For_In_Men%27s_Hair_Replacement_Systems">hair replacement system</a>s, it is important to explore all options before deciding how to move forward. This can prevent both the cost and the heartache of exploring options that just are not right for you.</p>
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		<title>Early Detection of Male Pattern Baldness</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2009 05:40:15 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Male Pattern Baldness Writer</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Among men, the most common type of hair loss is Androgenetic Alopecia, which is also known as male pattern baldness. It  typically manifests as a receding hairline and baldness on the crown. Male pattern baldness is estimated to account for 95 per cent of all hair loss in men.
Early detection of male pattern baldness is [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Among men, the most common type of <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/go/baldnesstreatment/" target="_blank">hair loss</a></span> is Androgenetic Alopecia, which is also known as <strong><span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com">male pattern baldness</a></span></strong>. It  typically manifests as a receding hairline and baldness on the crown. Male pattern baldness is estimated to account for 95 per cent of all hair loss in men.</p>
<p>Early detection of male pattern baldness is essential to allow treatments such as <a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/male-pattern-baldness-treatments-minoxidil/">Minoxidil</a> to be most effective. By the time hair loss becomes visible to the naked eye, you have already lost 50 per cent of hair density. The process is so slow and gradual that most men miss catching it in the crucial initial stages.</p>
<p>It is recommended that a video microscope test be used to help detect male pattern baldness as early as possible. This test is painless and non-invasive. A video microscope is used to magnify the scalp and its hair follicles up to 200 times to detect thinning. It takes just a few minutes to measure hair thickness and density and predict possible hair loss many years before it actually occurs.</p>
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		<title>Personal experiences from those who have taken vitamins for male pattern baldness?</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2009 23:37:04 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>reader</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I am interested to know if there are any guys that have taken vitamins or natural supplements for hair loss and male pattern baldness? For example biotin, inositol, B-complex, Hairtopia and Hair Formula 37 are a few natural supplements out there that claim to be able to regrow hair.
Some reviews seem to show that products like these make [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I am interested to know if there are any guys that have taken vitamins or natural supplements for <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/go/baldnesstreatment/" target="_blank">hair loss</a></span> and <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com">male pattern baldness</a></span>? For example biotin, inositol, B-complex, Hairtopia and Hair Formula 37 are a few natural supplements out there that claim to be able to regrow hair.</p>
<p>Some reviews seem to show that products like these make hair thicker, shinier and faster-growing. I&#8217;m wondering if they have helped anyone with male pattern baldness? Any feedback would be great, thanks!</p>
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		<title>What natural medications or herbs can I use to reverse or stop Male pattern baldness?</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2008 15:34:02 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>reader</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I know that Rogaine and Propecia can help, but are there any natural medications or herbs that can slow down or stop hair loss? Also, would anti-aging vitamins be any use. I&#8217;m desperate because I am only 17 and already experiencing male pattern baldness.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I know that Rogaine and Propecia can help, but are there any natural medications or herbs that can slow down or stop <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/go/baldnesstreatment/" target="_blank">hair loss</a></span>? Also, would <a href="http://defyingage.blogspot.com" target="_blank">anti-aging vitamins</a> be any use. I&#8217;m desperate because I am only 17 and already experiencing <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com">male pattern baldness</a></span>.</p>
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		<title>What is a normal rate of hair loss for male pattern baldness?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2008 14:14:09 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>reader</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[I have a male friend who had pretty thick hair when I last saw him about a month ago. I just recently saw him again and now he is fairly bald at the top of his head. Is this rate of hair loss a normal rate for male pattern baldness, or should I be worried that he may be [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have a male friend who had pretty thick hair when I last saw him about a month ago. I just recently saw him again and now he is fairly bald at the top of his head. Is this rate of <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com/go/baldnesstreatment/" target="_blank">hair loss</a></span> a normal rate for <span class='bm_keywordlink'><a href="http://www.malepatternbaldnessblog.com">male pattern baldness</a></span>, or should I be worried that he may be sick? Is there somewhere I can find out about this?</p>
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