Male pattern baldness is in most cases a genetic condition passed down from generation to generation. It is largely present in men, but has been recorded to effect women in some cases. It is caused by hormones in the body that have an effect on the hair follicles of the scalp. The hormone that affects the hair follicles is called DHT, a bi-product of testosterone; it causes hair growth to slow down, and in many cases, for hair follicles to become dormant.
Propecia's active ingredient is finasteride. Finasteride works to inhibit the enzyme that creates DHT. In doing this, testosterone can no longer be converted into DHT, and the level of DHT in the blood and in the scalp decreases. This can reverse the effect of male pattern baldness, and men suffering from the condition can expect hair loss to cease and also, in many cases, for hair growth to start again.
What does male pattern balding look like?
Male pattern balding is generally characterised by a common pattern of balding on a man’s head. Male pattern balding begins with a thinning and receding hair line, which is followed by a loss of hair on the crown of the scalp. The hair line continues to recede, with the hair on the top of the head becoming thinner until the whole top of the head is bald, with hair only present on the back and sides of the head.
What does male pattern balding look like after Propecia?
Propecia works to stop hair loss, and in many cases, promotes hair growth in areas that were balding. While this is not an overnight process, all research and customer feedback strongly supports these claims. In some cases men who were previously going bald have been reported to have grown most of their hair back.
If you are suffering from male pattern baldness and take Propecia as a hair loss treatment, you can expect your hair to stop falling out. You can also expect hair to grow back on balding spots, and finally, you can expect thicker, stronger, healthier looking hair. Results only first become evident after about 3 months, and will continue to occur as long as the medication is being taken.
If you stop taking Propecia, the Propecia results will begin to disappear gradually. For more advice and inspiration, read Propecia reviews from satisfied customers. Propecia results are only guaranteed if you take the medication as directed from a doctor, and follow all instructions.
