Can crash dieting cause early onset of androgenetic alopecia?

October 26, 2017
Asked By:abed7 in Kansas City, MO

I was wondering if crash diets could trigger or cause early male pattern baldness (if genetically predisposed) If so are there any ways to avoid hair loss or early onset of mpb if crash diet cannot be avoided? I am following a calorie restricted diet (1000-1300 calories a day) in order to lose weight. i have been suffering from male pattern baldness for 2 year (nw2). I have maintained my hair and regrown a bit of my hairline on minoxidil.

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October 27, 2017

Answer: Crash diet

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October 27, 2017

Answer: Crash diet

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