Is My Hair Loss Genetic ?

Although not the primary cause of male-pattern hair
loss, genetics does have a significant role in male-
pattern hair loss. It is, however, polygenic, in that
there is more than one factor at work. It is unclear
whether having an affected mother or an affected
father predisposes descendants to greater risks.

Can hair loss occur in teenagers?

Male-pattern hair loss can occur as early as 15,
although it typically begins anywhere from the 20s
and early 30s. Familial history may help determine if
this is going to occur, as parents with a history of
early-onset male-pattern hair loss may increase the
risk for this to occur in descendants. Alopecia areata
and telogen effluvium, two other forms of temporary
hair loss, can occur in children as young as one year
of age. Other precipitating factors may also be
involved.

What is the cause of sudden hair loss?

Stressors to your system, such as illness, high fever,
pregnancy, extreme weight loss or gain, and drug
use, can cause temporary hair loss. This occurs when
the ratio of growing to resting hairs is upset and
more of the growing hair shifts into a resting phase.
A greater quantity of normally sleeping hairs falls
out, prompting a visit to the trichologist.

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