Androgenetic alopecia is the scientific name for the genetic predisposition in both men and women for pattern baldness.
Pattern hair loss in men is often referred to as male pattern baldness (MPB).
Androgenetic alopecia is the cause of over 95% of all pattern hair loss, including baldness in men and thinning hair in women.

Pattern hair loss occurs in somewhat predictable stages, and is relentlessly progressive.
Usually the earlier in life pattern hair loss begins the more advanced the pattern will ultimately become.
Studies have shown that pattern loss is increasingly evident and advanced as people age.

Sudden Hair Loss

Anagen effluvium is the sudden loss of growing hairs as a result of chemicals or radiation.
Cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy halt the growth phase of hair follicles, and result in the sudden shedding of hair.
Some medications (i.e.; diuretics, blood thinners, acne medications and birth control pills.) can also cause hair loss as a side effect.

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