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• Hair Loss Genes Discovered, What Does This Mean For Us?

  In Hair Loss, News / By The Bald Truth / 14 October 2008

  Has science finally found the Holy Grail for the follically challenged? Probably not, but it does appear that we are getting closer.

  Two articles published in Nature Genetics may help to better explain the genetic predisposition to male pattern hair loss, and to one day give scientists the ability to grow DHT resistant hair follicles for use in hair restoration.

  The first article was published by researchers at McGill University, King’s College London and GlaxoSmithKline Inc. These researchers identified two genetic variants in men that together produce an increased incidence of male pattern hair loss that is seven times greater than those without these variants. Read more ›

   

• Concerns About Shedding From Propecia – What Are The Chances It Will Occur?

  In Hair Loss Treatments, Letters From Listeners / By Spencer Kobren / 7 October 2008

  I have spent countless hours researching hair loss including getting bombarded by television, radio, internet, etc etc. It’s nice to be able to read a website (The Bald Truth & IAHRS) and listen to someone with obvious knowledge in the field. I know you always write a disclaimer in your emails that you’re not a doctor but I’m willing to bet you know more about the subject of hair loss, physically and emotionally than 99% of the doctors out there.

  I have 2 questions and I appreciate any time you put into responding. I am 32 years old and first noticed I started thinning when I was about 25. I haven’t done a thing for it but to be honest it’s been really gradual. I’m currently about a stage 3 on the scale (I forget the name) so it’s definitely time to either “shave it or save it”.

  I am going to start using Propecia, hopefully I didn’t wait too long to get that working. I’m just wondering about the ‘shedding’ phase. It doesn’t mention it on the Propecia website and I haven’t been able to find much credible information on this. I’m just wondering what the chances are of this occurring, and if it does happen how much shedding given the worst case scenario? Read more ›

   

• Hair Transplant Talk: Dr. Robert Bernstein Appears On Oprah Today Oct. 7, 2008

  In Hair Transplant / By The Bald Truth / 7 October 2008

  Hair transplant surgeon and IAHRS accepted member, Dr. Robert Bernstein will be the guest hair transplant doctor on The Oprah Winfrey Show today, October 7th. on ABC.  Dr.  Bernstein will shed some light on
  today’s state of the art hair transplant techniques. This is a great opportunity for the country to see that hair transplantation is a viable option for many men suffering with male pattern baldness and that the results can look completely natural.

  This is a show you won’t want to miss!

  **To View a Clip of The Show Visit The Homepage