Weird Hair Loss Pattern - thoughts please?

[AgentDaleCooper]

Hi all,

I'm 36, hair has been thinning around the crown for a few years now. I started Propecia approx 18 months ago, I've definitely lost some more since then but the rate seems fairly slow.

My question is around the pattern of hairloss I'm experiencing. I look at the Norwood scale but I can't really fit myself into any category. I would say my hairline is very good - it's not what it was when I was 18, but it really doesn't bother me at all. However I have significant loss at the crown over quite a wide area.

I've attached some photos taken today, these were taken in a clothing store changing room so the lighting is quite harsh and I think makes it look worse than it does "in real life". Also attached a pic taken a few weeks ago to show the hairline, from the front there's really no problem (as far as I'm concerned).






Any thoughts please? Does this fit into the Norwood scale? Could the cause be something other than standard MPB? I am willing to go for a transplant but want to know what I'm dealing with first. Any feedback really appreciated.

Cheers,
ADC

[BaldBearded]

I have seen guys with your patter before, you are a perfect candidate for a "topper", a hair system that just covers the crown, while maintaining your own bio hair hairline.

[hairlossjedi]

I too have seen this in patients. It can be a little nerve wracking, I know, when there are no clear cut answers. How old are you? I would need to know more about your medical history to rule out other causes but I agree it doesnt present as common, your frontal hairline looks great. I agree with BaldBearded you may need some grafts just on the crown and top of the head. However, I think you are right to do something now to try to stay on top of it.

[AgentDaleCooper]

Thanks for the replies guys.

I’m 36, no health issues, in pretty good shape. Someone suggested I get a full blood test, any ideas what I’d be looking for in the results?

I wouldn’t choose to wear a hair system so it will be a transplant or just live with it.

Thanks again,
ADC