Dermatologists Reveal Top Hair Loss Treatments for Men
Hair loss affects 80% of men, with genetics playing a role in the severity and pattern of hair loss. Early intervention is crucial, and treatments aim to stop or reverse the process of hair loss caused by the sensitivity of hair follicles to dihydrotestosterone (DHT). The most accessible and cost-effective treatments are minoxidil and finasteride, available in oral and topical forms. Minoxidil is a vasodilator that strengthens hair follicles and increases the growth phase of hair, while finasteride inhibits the conversion of testosterone into DHT. Other treatments like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and low-level laser therapy (LLLT) are effective but more expensive options. PRP involves injecting a person's growth factors into the scalp, while LLLT uses low-energy laser light to stimulate hair growth.