Thexkingofkings
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Hi, I am new to this forum but I figured it would help anxiety/obsession from the situation to join a group that shares similar issues in terms of hair loss. I am a 22 year old male, relatively healthy and have been experiencing hairloss, my hairloss is within the crown however it doesn’t follow a male pattern baldness pattern as it is more on the right side of my head almost. I do have male pattern baldness running through my family so I am aware that I will have to deal with that one day, however I am not entirely convinced that is my issue at the present moment, but yet I am prepared to shave my head if there is no realistic improvement so I have pretty much come to grips with that possibility.
Since I was 18-19, I have had severe scalp issues that I have on and off seen dermatologists about with little to no luck except recently in May of 2013 when I saw a new derm. Throughout these issues I have had my hair thin and look somewhat diffused in areas, probably partially due to the scalp problems and scratching the hair follicles.
Recently I have used Nizoral 2% prescribed (Keto) 2-3 times a week with the scalp issues much better (not perfect, but more progress than before), I also take Biotin not because I believe it regrow but just for overall hair and skin health. I checked into Propecia with a hair transplant doctor last year in the summer but never had the courage to take it due to side effects, would rather not take something that has terrible sides. I also have started to work out and try and eat more proteins recently as my protein levels may not have been as good as when I lived at home with my parents, also stress levels have gone down from what I was at over the last 8 months.
I have a girlfriend that I have been with for a while and we are planning on buying a house shortly and getting married, I have discussed issues with her regarding this so I don’t feel I hide anything and she is supportive which helps me tremendously, without her who knows where my self-esteem would be at, however being a man it is still a topic that is a bit tough to discuss as I didn’t think it would be an issue this early in my 20’s.
I wanted to see opinions of others as well as suggestions perhaps or maybe if you think my situation is not male pattern baldness, thank you all and glad to be a part of this community.
Thanks,
B
Since I was 18-19, I have had severe scalp issues that I have on and off seen dermatologists about with little to no luck except recently in May of 2013 when I saw a new derm. Throughout these issues I have had my hair thin and look somewhat diffused in areas, probably partially due to the scalp problems and scratching the hair follicles.
Recently I have used Nizoral 2% prescribed (Keto) 2-3 times a week with the scalp issues much better (not perfect, but more progress than before), I also take Biotin not because I believe it regrow but just for overall hair and skin health. I checked into Propecia with a hair transplant doctor last year in the summer but never had the courage to take it due to side effects, would rather not take something that has terrible sides. I also have started to work out and try and eat more proteins recently as my protein levels may not have been as good as when I lived at home with my parents, also stress levels have gone down from what I was at over the last 8 months.
I have a girlfriend that I have been with for a while and we are planning on buying a house shortly and getting married, I have discussed issues with her regarding this so I don’t feel I hide anything and she is supportive which helps me tremendously, without her who knows where my self-esteem would be at, however being a man it is still a topic that is a bit tough to discuss as I didn’t think it would be an issue this early in my 20’s.
I wanted to see opinions of others as well as suggestions perhaps or maybe if you think my situation is not male pattern baldness, thank you all and glad to be a part of this community.
Thanks,
B
