Genetic Hair Loss Treatment Guide

Genetic hair loss is a type of condition that impacts the lives of men and women It is marked by excessive hair loss, which can lead to total baldness in men and severe hair thinning in women.

The focus of genetic hair loss treatment is to discover what is causing the loss of hair and ending it, as well as facilitating regrowth of new hair. Treatment can range from oral tablets to topical applications that provide vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to nourish the scalp and induce hair growth.

Not all treatments will be a success for everyone, but the important thing to note is that unless treatment occurs early, genetic hair loss can become permanent.

There is no way to cure this form of hair loss due to its genetic nature. If you have a close family member who suffers from this condition, there is a much greater chance it will become prevalent in you as well.

Treatment for genetic hair loss:

Minoxidil:

This topical application will be most effective if you can use it when your condition first becomes apparent. There are two different strength options (2% and 5%), with the latter showing 45% more hair growth in males than females.

Females need to be aware that usage of such treatment can cause the unwanted side effect of facial hair. Once started, this Minoxidil treatment will need to be continued long term otherwise hair loss can return.

Finasteride:

Finasteride is taken orally by men only. It is contraindicated in women due to possible genetic defects in the male fetus. This treatment has been shown to reduce hair loss and enhance regrowth. It must be taken for as long as you want to continue growing hair. Hair loss makes a come back when stopping this medication.

Vasodilators:

These act to expand the blood vessels which allows for more blood to flow to the scalp which helps promote regrowth.

Low level laser light therapy:

This treatment is available over-the-counter and can be done at home. It has been approved by the FDA as a medical device, that can be used to treat hair loss.

Surgery:

For over thirty years now, hair transplants have been successfully performed. The process involves using hair from a donor and transferring it to the head of the person who is suffering from hair loss.

While genetic hair loss is quite common it can be very devastating. If you are showing symptoms of androgenetic alopecia contact your health care provider for proper diagnosis and timely treatment.


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Jared Wright is the marketing manager of Clivir.com - the free learning community site. You can learn more about female hair loss topics such as women and hair loss and natural hair loss cures by clicking the links.