What is a balding pattern?
A balding pattern refers to the typical progression of hair loss, often influenced by genetics and commonly classified using scales like the Norwood-Hamilton or Ludwig scales.
Understanding an individual's balding pattern helps in diagnosing the underlying cause and choosing appropriate treatment strategies, including topical or light-based interventions.
Red light therapy may be more effective when used early in the balding pattern, before significant follicle miniaturization has occurred. Regular use can help preserve density in targeted areas.
Related terms
Caffeine Topicals
Clinical Applications
Caffeine topicals are hair care products infused with caffeine, believed to stimulate hair follicles and counteract the effects of DHT, a hormone linked to hair loss.
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
Clinical Applications
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant method where individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area and implanted into thinning or bald areas of the scalp.
Finasteride
Clinical Applications
Finasteride is an oral prescription medication that blocks the conversion of testosterone to dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Estrogen
Clinical Applications
Estrogen is a hormone that plays a critical role in regulating hair growth in women, particularly by prolonging the anagen (growth) phase of the hair cycle.
