Losing Hair Rapidly at 15 Years Old
Hi, i am 15 years old and im losing my hair rapidly. The only part of my hair im losing are the temple areas so my hairline looks like a big “M” also im noticing that the sides of my hair are thinning and receding also. Im not sure what to do i dont think its hereditary because my dad started losing his hair at 35 and all his younger brothers still have there hair and his one older brother started losing his hair at 40 so i dont think thats the cause of my hairloss. Im not sure what to do its getting really bad. It’s already receded about an inch and 1/4 on both sides. I do my best to cover it as much as i can but it still hurts my self esteem alot and i need a solution so can you please give me your opinion thanks
I am not sure we are talking about the same part of anatomy (temples or corners). Triangular Alopecia is a genetic condition that causes people to lose hair in the temples, while corner balding and recession reflects more of the typical male patterned genetic balding. You need to see a good doctor and have a proper diagnosis made. The doctor should make a good microscopic analysis of your entire scalp. Most doctors can project this evaluation on a TV monitor and show you how far the miniaturization extends. The amount and scope of the miniaturization will demonstrate the balding pattern as it may unfold. You are far too young for transplantation, but as you’ve noted that you are based in the Los Angeles area, if you’re interested you can have a parent/guardian call 800-NEW-HAIR to set up a free consultation in my Los Angeles office, so that I may properly evaluate you.
dear dr. rassman, my son is only 15 years old and is already thining out rather quickly. baldness does run in the family and i (his father) started losing my hair at age 21. i feel so bad for him because he is only a child. my question is,is there a product out there that is safe for him to use (lotions,shampoo’s , creams,etc. any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
signed, wants to help son