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    Default 17 year old, i think im going bald

    Am i going bald or is it just te way my hair is growing? My dad still has all his hair and also my brother.
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    Quote Originally Posted by DavidG12 View Post
    Am i going bald or is it just te way my hair is growing? My dad still has all his hair and also my brother.
    This is the latest theory on genetics. It's not the same as your siblings (can be different) for baldness. And they don't think it's the X/Y chromosone, but multiple chromosones.

    Unfortunately, yes, you probably do have androgen alopecia. The good news is the vertex is the easiest to treat, with medication.

    That said, personally I think you should wait a couple of years before Finasteride. For now, use Minoxidil foam. I recommend foam, because you will not get dandruff. Also, some people are allergic to glycerol.

    Expect a twelve to sixteen week shedding period. Shedding is a one time thing.

    Please let me know if you have questions/concerns. I'm here to help you.

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    This does look like balding but it can be diet related since you are so young. Have you considered what you eat?
    If you have done special diets or work out too much, this can also cause balding/thinning.

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