Analyzing the Biological Causes of Male Hair Loss
Androgenetic Alopecia: The Genetic Factor The vast majority of hair loss in men is attributed to Androgenetic Alopecia, commonly known as male pattern baldness. To understand the causes of male hair loss, we must look at the intersection of genetics and hormones. In men who are genetically predisposed, the hair follicles on the top and front of the scalp are sensitive to a hormone called Dihydrotestosterone (DHT), which is a byproduct of testosterone.