Male Hair Loss: Causes, Conditions and Treatments
Hair loss affects millions of men and can begin as early as the late teens or twenties. Understanding the causes of male hair loss and recognising the symptoms early can make a significant difference to treatment success.
Understanding Male Hair Loss
Male hair loss is extremely common, but that doesn't mean it's inevitable or untreatable. Whether you're noticing a receding hairline, thinning crown, or sudden patchy loss, the right diagnosis makes all the difference.
At The Hair Centre, our specialist trichologist Gary Heron has over 40 years of experience diagnosing and treating every form of male hair loss. He will identify the exact cause and create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your specific condition and lifestyle.
Common Causes of Hair Loss in Men
Male Pattern Baldness
Receding hairline and thinning crown — the most common form of hair loss in men.
Learn more →Alopecia Areata
Autoimmune patchy hair loss — can affect the scalp, beard (Alopecia Barbae) or body.
Learn more →Telogen Effluvium
Sudden excessive shedding following stress, illness, or major physiological change.
Learn more →Alopecia Barbae
Patchy hair loss specifically in the beard area — a form of Alopecia Areata.
Learn more →Diffuse Thinning
General thinning across the whole scalp — can have nutritional or medical causes.
Learn more →Folliculitis Decalvans
A rare scarring alopecia causing permanent follicle damage if untreated.
Learn more →Trichologist
Gary Heron
With over 40 years' experience diagnosing and treating hair loss conditions, Gary has helped thousands of patients understand their condition and find the right treatment path.
- 40+ years specialist experience in trichology
- Diagnosis-first approach to treatment planning
- Personalised treatment plans for all hair loss types
- Proven track record with thousands of patients
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