Types of Baldness

Male pattern baldness, also called androgenic alopecia, is the most common type of hair loss in men. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), more than 50 percent of all men over the age of 50 will be affected by male pattern baldness to some extent.

Propecia is used for the treatment of male pattern hair loss on the vertex and the anterior mid-scalp area. Male pattern hair loss is a common condition in which men experience thinning of the hair on the scalp. Often, this results in a receding hairline and/or balding on the top of the head. Propecia is for use by men only and should not be used by women or children.

Like good health and youth, most of us take our locks for granted -- that is, until they're gone. For many people, a hair transplant can help bring back what looks like a full -- or at least a fuller -- head of hair. If thinning up top or going bald really bothers you, the procedure can be one way to feel more confident about your looks. But first talk with your doctor about what you can expect during and after the surgery.

Good balding hairstyles can accentuate your bone structure, regardless of age. To try it for yourself, go clean with a high-and-tight and grow a beard with its lines running parallel to your cheek bones accentuating your strong jaw line. If you feel like your jawbone is a little rounder, facial hair is great for sculpting a more square shape.

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Male pattern baldness, also called androgenic alopecia, is the most common type of hair loss in men. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine (NLM), more than 50 percent of all men over the age of 50 will be affected by male pattern baldness to some extent.

Wigs are the most common form of wearable hair, especially for those with total or substantial hair loss. But many people only have fine, thinning hair or partial hair loss in certain areas. If you need extra coverage but you still have some of your own hair, wigs may not be the best option for you.