Hair loss is very common among men but frontal hair loss could be the most difficult type of hair loss a man can deal with. Not only is it difficult to prevent and treat, but it is the most baldness. This change greatly affects the victim's self-confidence and it can even lead to depression. The good thing however, is that hair loss should not be permanent and with the right remedy, this problem is treatable. This article will elaborate the causes of hair recession and the available preventive and treatment options.
Causes
Before seeking treatment, it is important to comprehend why hair loss occurs. Frontal type of hair loss comes about when the male hormone testosterone combines with an enzyme to form Di-Hydro-Testosterone (DHT), a chemical compound that sticks to the root of the hair and attacks hair follicles causing them to shrink and decrease their growth rate. The problem with DHT is that it acts at a very slow rate that most victims only end up noticing they are losing hair when over 50% of their hair is gone. As a matter of fact, research findings show that 93% of hair loss in men is as a result of DHT. Additionally, diseases like typhoid, tetanus and even thyroid gland disorders play a role when it comes to baldness.
Treatment
Frontal hair loss treatment is achieved through natural methods or artificial ones. However, consulting your physician is important if you want to get the best results.
A. Natural Methods
Generally, hair loss treatment is expensive. However, the use of simple but natural methods can prevent hair loss. For instance, you can mix equal proportions of camphor and curd then set aside the mixture for some hours and apply it on the scalp of your head. Let the applied mix last for an hour on your head and rinse with warm water. This practice is suitable for stimulating hair growth on balding scalp.
Another way would be to treat localized hair loss by mixing two table spoons of honey with an egg yolk and applying the solution on the affected parts. Let the application stay on your head for at least 2 hours then wash off with lukewarm water.
Additionally, finely rubbing a slice of onion on the affected areas helps stimulate hair follicles, enhance blood circulation in the scalp and boost thicker hair growth. You can also apply a mixture of honey with onion juice and massage your scalp to meet similar results.
B. Artificial Remedies
The doctor might recommend the use of a pill called Propecia. This pill blocks DHT from sticking to the hair root thus allowing the hair to continue growing normally.
In case you are on a budget, the use of Rogaine could be your best solution. This is a cream that you apply it twice a day on the areas affected by balding to prevent hair loss. However it only prevents more hair loss as it cannot stimulate hair growth.
Another remedy would be the use of plugs or transplants. The good thing about this method is that it provides a lasting solution to hair loss but the cost implications are massive. This method allows your hair to regrow and upon completion, no maintenance is required.
At the end of the day, when it comes to frontal hair loss treatment, two things determine to the solution you take: your budget and the doctor's recommendation. As you can see with the above solutions there is always something for everyone.
