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You are at the prime stage of life right now when male pattern balding will start to take place. The reason for this is related to genetics and human evolution that is not something that can be controlled or altered in any way. The only mechanism that is available to you is to avoid excessive and rapid hair fall that is commensurate with bad hair health contributing to the existing force of nature.
The specific type of hair loss that you are going through now is also called androgenic alopecia or male pattern balding. Hair specialists have finally understood the exact biochemical patterns that cause this alopecia and it works like this: Androgens start to become active in the body and this promotes a certain type of hair growth as seen in the pubic regions and on the face of men. Androgens also kick off the production of testosterone in the body. This is secreted in men and is responsible for increased muscle tone, aggression, and sexual function. At a stage in life the production of testosterone can work to your disadvantage. DHT or Dihydrotestosterone is a sex hormone that is produced in the body and this hormone is so powerful that the human hair follicles are not able to cope with the increased levels of free DHT and start to fall off. In men, there is a typical pattern of hair loss which starts from the sides and progresses to the vertex or top of the head. Your hair loss from the front of your hair is the result of this patterned balding.
However, evolution and genetics aside, the rapid transition from a full head of hair to sparse hair can be traumatic. This is probably more because of society's interpretation of the condition itself. While you cannot get the old fallen hair back you can probably slow down the rate of hair fall by being extra careful with your hair now. Never give a temperature shock to your scalp as this will loosen the hold that the skin has on hair follicles. If you have to wet your hair, always use cold water that tightens the grip of your hair. Cardiovascular exercise and reduced calorie intake are also useful in producing insulin which destroys any free DHT in the body before causing damage. There are also DHT inhibiting drugs available, which you could get a prescription for.
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