Do I have a mature hairline or is it male pattern baldness that I should be concerned about? (Photo)
July 24, 2023
Asked By:spooner23 in Quarry Hill, Victoria, Australia
I’m a 26 year old male and my hairline currently looks pushed back around the temples. I’ve looked back at early photos of me even as far back as 14 years old (see attached) and my hairline already seemed like it was M shaped. Does this mean my current hairline is more likely due to my hair maturing as I get older or is it a sign of more substantial MPB that will be more aggressive.
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Hello and thank you for your question. I understand why you might be concerned about your hair but typically I advise patients your age to wait it out. You are very young and are likely going to lose more hair. If you go ahead with a transplant now you run the risk of depleting your donor...
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Hello and thank you for your question. I suggest seeing a qualified dermatologist who can determine what you have going on. It's difficult to respond since I don't know your history. Best of luck to you.
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