Interest in the British Royal Family is huge right now — thanks to the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. This is a time when every last detail of the world’s most famous family comes under close scrutiny, including Harry’s thinning head of hair.
Both Prince Harry and his brother William are balding — although William’s situation is a little more advanced. And their father, Prince Charles, has lived with the condition since his late 20s.
The subject of Royal male pattern baldness will no doubt be the subject of yet more scrutiny during the weeks and months ahead. But what causes it? And are there any effective treatments out there?
The Causes of Male Pattern Baldness
Male pattern baldness is the most common cause of hair loss in men. The condition is related to genetics and male sex hormones. In most cases, the hair loss involves a receding hairline and thinning around the crown. The condition has been linked to the hormone DHT.
But there are other causes of hair loss in men, so you should consult a doctor if the problem is affecting your whole head or you’re experiencing other symptoms. Hair loss can be a result of certain disease, scalp infections, stress, malnutrition and medication.
What Can I Do About My Baldness?
Prince William’s hair loss followed the usual course of male pattern baldness. He started losing hair on the crown at an early age, and his hairline started to recede shortly after. The future King of England didn’t attempt to disguise or treat his hair loss, however. Instead, he embraced it by opting for the classic crew cut.
Prince Harry’s hair loss has progressed slightly differently. Thus far, it has been restricted to his crown, so he’s been able to take the opposite route to his brother — and actually grow his hair longer to cover up the loss.
How you deal with your own male pattern baldness depends on several factors, including your lifestyle, and how much your hair loss is affecting it. You could take a leaf from William’s book, and go for the sexy, bald look that many find so appealing. If you’re keen to hold onto what you have, do what Prince Harry has done — and hide the area of hair loss with more hair.
But if you’re struggling to come to terms with male pattern baldness, there are treatments out there that could help — or even reverse — the condition. Speak with a hair loss specialist from Genesis II who will talk you through your options. To schedule a free consultation call us at (315) 458-1074 or to contact us via email click here.
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Sources:
https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/001177.htm
https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/hair-loss/men-hair-loss-17/male-pattern-baldness
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-5691349/Royal-Wedding-schedule-timings-Harry-Meghans-wedding.html
https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/life/888093/Prince-Harry-bald-hair-loss-William-treatment-shampoo-causes
