If My Hair Loss Was From a Vitamin Deficiency, Would It Look Different from MPB?

Hi, I’m 18 with diffuse thinning on my crown and the top of my head (hairline is fine). Since the thinning is quite aggressive, I was wondering – would it be advisable for me to take a blood test?

My dad also started balding at the age of 18, and I read some statistic that 95% (or something) of hair loss is genetic. Am I also right in thinking that if the hair loss is because of a vitamin/iron/etc deficiency, I would be losing it in the sides and back as well, not just the MPB areas?

The reason I ask is because I’m in university, and it’s difficult for me to find time to schedule a blood test. Thanks!

Male pattern baldness implies that there is a pattern to the balding process. Vitamin deficiency does not have a specific pattern. In any case, if you are concerned about your hair loss you should find a good doctor who can examine you and give you a diagnosis.

Considering your family history and your age, genetics (rather than a deficiency) would be the most probable reason for your loss.