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Health Line
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- Health
- Health Line
What Are The Early Signs of Balding?
Key takeaways Early signs of balding can vary, but often include thinning temples, a receding hairline (especially in men), or thinning on the top of the head. Hair loss can start at any age, though it's most commonly noticed in people's 30s and 40s, and it can be caused by genetics, hormonal changes, or underlying health conditions. While there's no guaranteed cure, treatments like minoxidil, laser therapy, and hair transplants can help prevent further hair loss and potentially restore hair growth. In adulthood, hair loss, also called alopecia, can start at almost any age. You're more likely to see signs of balding when you're middle aged and older, but there's a lot of variation from person to person. Some people notice signs of hair loss as early as their late teens and early 20s. Other people will be well into their 60s and beyond with a full head of hair and almost no thinning. Some types of hair loss are temporary, while others are permanent. Let's get into the most noticeable signs of balding, how to tell the difference between natural balding and other causes of hair loss, and what you can do about it if you need treatment for a condition that causes hair loss. Language matters Hair loss can be an emotional topic that, while often seen as a men's issue, can affect people of any gender or sex. In this article, we use 'male and female' to refer to someone's sex as determined by their chromosomes, and 'men and women' when referring to their gender (unless quoting from sources using nonspecific language). Sex is determined by chromosomes, and gender is a social construct that can vary between time periods and cultures. Both of these aspects are acknowledged to exist on a spectrum both historically and by modern scientific consensus. Early signs of balding The signs of balding can also vary between people. Some people might see hair loss that starts at their temples, while others might notice a change in their hairline. This means that not everyone with hair loss will experience every sign of balding. Common signs of balding include: 1. Thinning temples Hair starts thinning around your temples. You'll also notice thinner hair at the crown, or back, of your head. 2. Receding hairline The term ' receding hairline ' describes the process of the hair on the front and sides of your head beginning to thin and move away from your face. Often, people with this type of hair loss notice their hairline has started to make an 'M' shape because the hair on the side of their head is receding faster than the hair in the middle. This type of hair loss is very common in males. 3. Thinning on top of the head Sometimes the first sign of hair loss can be thinning of the hair on the top of your head. In this type of hair loss, you won't notice thinning or receding on the sides of your head at all. This type of hair loss tends to progress slowly. It can take years before thinning hair becomes a bald area on the top of your head. This hair loss pattern is very common in certain racial groups. For instance, Asian males are more likely to experience this pattern than a receding hairline, according to this 2012 study. 4. Widening part Another type of hair loss causes your part line, the line where your hair splits on the top of your head, to widen and pull apart. 6. Thinning across the whole head Some people experience hair loss equally over their entire head. The hair thins equally with no patterns or shapes. While hairline recession is a very common hair loss pattern for males, females are more likely to experience hair thinning across their entire heads. 7. Hair falls out in clumps Hair loss is normally a slow process. However, there are times you might notice dramatic changes to your hair. Your hair can sometimes fall out in large clumps instead of thinning and receding gradually. Hair falling out in clumps could indicate an underlying health condition. It's a good idea to see a healthcare professional and find out what's causing this type of hair loss. 8. Losing hair all over your body Hair loss doesn't always just happen on your head. In some cases, it can happen on the other parts of your body that normally grow hair. You might notice your body hair thinning or not growing back after shaving. Hair loss on your legs, arms, and other body parts can be due to aging. However, it can also be a symptom of some health conditions. Tell a doctor about this type of hair loss if you experience it. At what age do people typically start to lose their hair? Hair loss can start as early as your teenage years or might not occur until you're well past retirement. Generally, people begin noticing signs of hair loss in their 30s and 40s. More significant hair loss often happens when people reach their 60s and beyond. What NOT to look for It's common to be concerned about hair loss. Many people are on the lookout for thinning hair or changes to their hairline. However, while those are symptoms of hair loss, there are also some hair and scalp symptoms you don't need to worry about. Signs and traits that aren't symptoms of hair loss include: An itchy scalp: An itchy scalp might be a sign of an allergy to your shampoo or of a skin condition such as scalp eczema, but it's not a sign of hair loss. Dandruff: Dandruff or scalp flaking can indicate that you might need to change your haircare routine or see a dermatologist, but they're not signs of balding. Dry hair or split ends: Hair that's dry or unhealthy can be caused by medical conditions, nutrition, environmental factors, or haircare products, but it's not connected to hair loss. A widow's peak: A ' widow's peak ' is a natural hairline and isn't caused by hair loss. Common causes of hair loss Androgenic alopecia is a common cause of hair loss in all sexes and is sometimes called 'male pattern baldness.' It occurs when hormones disrupt the way your hair grows and cause your hair to fall out. Hair loss of this type generally follows a pattern, such as M-shaped hairline recession or thinning at the top of your head. However, it isn't the only cause of hair loss. In fact, there are many other reasons you might notice hair loss. Some of these causes of hair loss are temporary and easily reversible, while others will need medical treatment. Other causes include: Family history: Genetics are the most common cause for hair loss. If older members of your family tend to loose their hair as they age, there's a good chance that you will as well. Hormonal changes or imbalance: Hormones play important parts in the regulation of many of your body's systems, and hair growth is just one of them. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a common cause of hormonal imbalance in females and has been known to cause hair loss. A physical injury: If your follicles get damaged due to an injury or burn, there's a chance they may no longer be able to produce hair. Alopecia areata: This is a small, circular area of sudden hair loss that appears without any symptoms. A person's beard and eyebrows and other body hair can also be impacted. Telogen effluvium: This type of hair loss is reversible and occurs as the result of a stressful event, such as a hospitalization. It might also occur as a result of a new medication. Tinea capitis: Tinea capitis, a fungal infection on your scalp, can cause small localized scaly spots on your scalp that may also have pustules. This can result in permanent scarring hair loss. Cicatricial alopecia: This is a general term referring to hair loss that creates permanent scarring. The hair follicles left behind are destroyed and scar tissue forms rather than grow more hair. This term refers to several conditions that permanently damage hair follicles. Nutritional deficiency: If you've experienced rapid weight loss, or your body is lacking a sufficient amount of protein or iron, among other vitamins, it can result in hair loss. However, a true vitamin deficiency is very rare. Thyroid conditions: A problem with your thyroid is a well-known cause of hair loss. Doctors often recommend checking this if you have hair loss that appears to have no underlying cause. Certain hairstyles/hair treatments: Some hair styles, like tight braids, may put strain on your hair follicles and damage them over time. Treatment options There are several ways to prevent further hair loss and slow down the thinning process. Newer treatment options are being developed and becoming available. These new treatments might be able to help regrow hair. Treatment approaches include: Minoxidil (Rogaine): This is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication that can be rubbed onto the scalp regularly to help prevent more hair loss. Spironolactone (Aldactone): This medication for women may be prescribed for off-label use. It works by binding to receptors for androgen hormones in your body, keeping androgens such as testosterone in check to prevent hormone imbalances. Topical retinoids: Some dermatologists recommend specially compounded hair topicals that include a small amount of topical retinoid. Hair transplant: This procedure involves your hair that's harvested from one area and transplanted to the bald regions. Laser light therapy: Low power light therapy and lasers can increase the density of your scalp hair. Prescription medications: Certain medications can be used to treat androgenic alopecia-related hair loss. Finasteride (on-label for male pattern baldness) and dutasteride (off-label) are two examples. Platelet-rich plasma: This involves a process of using a person's own blood, which is processed into platelet-rich plasma and then injected into the scalp to stimulate hair growth. Stem cell therapy: Stem cell therapy is a new treatment for hair loss that involves using a person's own stem cells to restore natural hair follicles. Follicular unit extraction: This type of hair transplant is done by taking hair follicles from one area of your body and transplanting them to an area where hair has thinned. When to see a doctor See a doctor if your hair loss or baldness pattern is accompanied by any other painful or uncomfortable symptoms, including: swelling around the areas of baldness excessive itchiness or scaling around balding areas burning, stinging, or pus discharge around balding areas sudden hair loss on other parts of your body excessive hair growth on other parts of your body sudden changes in weight, including weight loss or weight gain a recent high fever (over 101°F, or 38°C) adverse effects from a recent surgery
Forbes
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
Mind Reading: Josh Johnson Takes ‘Daily Show' Host Gig While Riding Viral Wave For Healing Men's Loneliness
Josh Johnson Josh Johnson slides behind the host's desk for the The Daily Show this week, a first for the comedian who's been a correspondent for the Comedy Central late night show for more than a year after joining the writing staff in 2017. The timing is serendipitous for Johnson, whose comedic fast lane accelerated yet again last month when a YouTube clip of a recent tour stop went viral for his quick-witted take on loneliness among men. Fueled by the popular TikTok trend where men call their male friends to say goodnight, and curious about a social media post he'd stumbled on where one guy shared how uncomfortable he felt when his buddy invited him to see a movie, Johnson last month delivered a stand-up set to a live audience that emphasized the importance of men letting down their guard and checking on each other. Between bits about the awkward male hug and even more awkward attempts by men to accept help or simply converse are profound gems that sent the subsequent extended clip soaring. 'I think one of the reasons we see a lot of men struggling is that being together in fellowship is sorely lacking because of a specific type of attitude,' Johnson shares. 'I knew I was onto something by the reaction I was getting from the people at the show, I just didn't realize it would resonate so much online. There are whole corners of the Internet that will have you thinking the world is a specific way and I was trying to relate what I've seen in the world to what I think could fix that thing. And it turned out that echoed with other people. I'm thankful I was on the right track with it.' And really, who better than Johnson to put men's mental health in the spotlight? A brilliant chronicler of culture, he's built his career on finding humor in places of division and delivering it with a spoonful of comedic sugar. The TikTok trend 'is obviously funny because it's an uncomfortable thing for some people. But it is calling a thing out in its own right and that is… Is someone checking up on you, is someone taking care of you and is someone being there for you? This is off-putting for a lot of men, but as a human you have to do that sort of thing,' he says. 'Whether it's an unspoken rule or it's rhetoric we grow up with, when you go from a boy to a man instead of gaining a bunch of tools on how to operate through life better, you're supposed to lose a bunch of things. You're supposed to lose a sense of fellowship, you're supposed to lose your genuine joy for being around people you love." "Sometimes the word toxic is overused, but sometimes there's no other way to describe something that is making you sick. And I think having an approach to life that isolates you and keeps you separate from the people who care about you is a thing that makes you sick. It stuck out to me as more than a little prank. It was scratching something much deeper.' For his part, Johnson says he's fortunate to have a longstanding friend group of guys who are 'healthy and close and check in on each other and just care.' While they're not hitting each other up all the time, random calls or texts are par for the course. 'And if you're doing well, great, thumbs up will do. But if you're not doing well someone's opened the door for you to share that, with no shame and no judgment. People are willing to open up when they know there are people to open up to and I think that's helped me stay pretty grounded and healthy and I wish everyone had that.' The grounding has been critical as Johnson navigates his escalating career. 'What you see on YouTube, what you see on TV - I am doing these things all the time. I'm applying everything I've seen in life. Whenever I'm touring, whenever I'm catching up with friends, I do my best to make memories there and all those things also serve the general work. All the things that I do that stress me out contribute to it, and all the things I do for fun contribute to it. It does feel like I'm working all the time, but not in a bad way,' he says. 'When I get annoyed or a little stressed out I think… not only do I get to tell stories and write jokes for a living, but I get to experience it now with people who really care about the journey I'm on and check in on me and helped me build the life that I'm living. I'm enjoying it and that's why I haven't burned out.' Lately, he's also developed a fancy for helping settle his brain by toying with a classic pop culture phenom - the Rubik's Cube. 'Honestly, some people are impressed and some people are, 'That's what you do with your time? OK…'' Johnson says with a laugh. 'I think it helps with, if this makes sense… sometimes there is a problem that is hard to solve in the time you have in the present moment. But at least with the Cube, I know I can solve this in set amount of time and it's a reminder that everything has a place and no problem is unsolvable.' As he prepares to step under the Comedy Central lights, Johnson says he's been getting some sage advice from Daily Show statesman Jon Stewart and has been blown away by the support from his colleagues, fraternity of buddies and growing circle of fans. 'They've been very kind a gracious, and if anything it's all been so much love, I don't know what to do with it - which almost falls directly in line with what the set was about," he says. 'But I'm very thankful to everybody who's reached out and had kind words because I want to do a good job for everybody I work with. There's no one story or one breaking news segment that's going to help make a better show by itself. It's leaning into my perspective and trusting that will lead me to have a successful week.' So will we see a through line this week on The Daily Show of helping men learn to hug or sit at a table and talk about something other than sports? 'I'm going to hug as many people as possible,' Johnson says. 'And we'll see we where we land.' Mind Reading (formerly Hollywood & Mind) is a recurring column that features interviews with musicians, actors, athletes, creators and other culture influencers who are elevating conversation and action around mental health, and breaking stigma.
CTV News
2 days ago
- CTV News
Warnings circulate over men with violent pasts on dating apps
Calgary Watch There is growing alarm online after recent social media posts warn that two men convicted of killing women have been active on dating apps in Alberta.
Associated Press
2 days ago
- Health
- Associated Press
Hong Kong Men Prioritise Tech Over Health, New Study Reveals
AXA Global Healthcare study highlights worrying gaps in how men prioritise their mental and physical health HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 July 2025 - Men in Hong Kong are significantly more likely to prioritise repairing a device or resolving a banking issue than seeking help for potential signs of serious illness, a new study reveals. The research, commissioned by AXA Global Healthcare, highlights a concerning pattern in how men respond to health issues - particularly when it comes to early action and preventative care. While almost all respondents (95%) said they would fix a broken laptop within a week, only a third (33%) would act as quickly if they noticed potential red flags in their own health - such as unexpected changes in weight, bowel habits or a suspicious mole. Even symptoms like unusual fatigue (just 27%) and high levels of stress (24%) failed to prompt swift action in many cases, despite being possible early signs of more serious conditions. In contrast, men in Hong Kong reported far greater urgency when dealing with money, work commitments or vehicles. An overwhelming majority said they'd act urgently if they lost their mobile phone (99%) or bank card (98%), while 96% said they'd prioritise responding to a text or call from their boss. Personal health concerns also took a back seat to pet welfare, with 72% saying they'd respond quickly if their pet seemed unwell. By comparison, only 64% said they'd see a health professional at all if something felt wrong. Instead, 45% said they'd consult the internet first, and around 10% would turn to AI or a health app for answers. James Swatton, Senior Distribution Leader – Asia, at AXA Global Healthcare, said: 'It's clear that for many men, computers, money and even work come before their own health. We urgently need to normalise a more proactive approach to wellbeing - not just wait for something to go wrong.' The survey of 272 Hong Kong men highlights a critical opportunity to shift behaviour towards more proactive health engagement. While only a minority trust digital health for diagnosis, 31% said they'd feel more confident acting on a health concern if a digital tool flagged it – suggesting potential for wearable devices, trackers, or smart alerts to help bridge the gap. To help make healthcare simpler and easier to access, AXA Global Healthcare recently launched a new all-in-one healthcare app that allows members to connect with qualified doctors anytime, by phone or video. Beyond consultations, the app supports users in managing their lifestyle by recording and tracking key physical and mental wellbeing metrics. These wellness trackers deliver insights that enable users to better understand their general health patterns and achieve personalised wellbeing goals. Swatton added: 'Preventative health shouldn't feel like an afterthought. By tracking physical and mental metrics, users can gain valuable insights that empower them to manage their lifestyle more proactively and work towards their wellbeing goals. Just as you'd regularly check your car or laptop to keep things running smoothly, building habits around your health can lead to better outcomes and greater peace of mind.' 'For men living or working abroad, this is even more important. Navigating foreign healthcare systems can be confusing and stressful, especially when you're dealing with an unfamiliar language, different medical practices, or insurance rules. Having quick, easy access to trusted healthcare - wherever you are in the world - can make all the difference.' Note to editors About the research Research was carried out online by Obsurvant. All surveys were conducted in May 2025. The samples comprised of 2,083 UK nationals, 512 UAE nationals and 272 Hong Kong nationals. All research conducted adheres to the UK Market Research Society (MRS) code of conduct (2023). Obsurvant is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office and complies with the DPA (2018). Hashtag: #AXA The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Health
- Malay Mail
Hong Kong Men Prioritise Tech Over Health, New Study Reveals
AXA Global Healthcare study highlights worrying gaps in how men prioritise their mental and physical health HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 July 2025 - Men in Hong Kong are significantly more likely to prioritise repairing a device or resolving a banking issue than seeking help for potential signs of serious illness, a new study reveals. The research , commissioned by AXA Global Healthcare, highlights a concerning pattern in how men respond to health issues - particularly when it comes to early action and preventative almost all respondents (95%) said they would fix a broken laptop within a week, only a third (33%) would act as quickly if they noticed potential red flags in their own health - such as unexpected changes in weight, bowel habits or a suspicious symptoms like unusual fatigue (just 27%) and high levels of stress (24%) failed to prompt swift action in many cases, despite being possible early signs of more serious contrast, men in Hong Kong reported far greater urgency when dealing with money, work commitments or vehicles. An overwhelming majority said they'd act urgently if they lost their mobile phone (99%) or bank card (98%), while 96% said they'd prioritise responding to a text or call from their health concerns also took a back seat to pet welfare, with 72% saying they'd respond quickly if their pet seemed comparison, only 64% said they'd see a health professional at all if something felt wrong. Instead, 45% said they'd consult the internet first, and around 10% would turn to AI or a health app for Swatton, Senior Distribution Leader – Asia, at AXA Global Healthcare, said:"It's clear that for many men, computers, money and even work come before their own health. We urgently need to normalise a more proactive approach to wellbeing - not just wait for something to go wrong."The survey of 272 Hong Kong men highlights a critical opportunity to shift behaviour towards more proactive health engagement. While only a minority trust digital health for diagnosis, 31% said they'd feel more confident acting on a health concern if a digital tool flagged it – suggesting potential for wearable devices, trackers, or smart alerts to help bridge the help make healthcare simpler and easier to access, AXA Global Healthcare recently launched a new all-in-one healthcare app that allows members to connect with qualified doctors anytime, by phone or video. Beyond consultations, the app supports users in managing their lifestyle by recording and tracking key physical and mental wellbeing metrics. These wellness trackers deliver insights that enable users to better understand their general health patterns and achieve personalised wellbeing added:"Preventative health shouldn't feel like an afterthought. By tracking physical and mental metrics, users can gain valuable insights that empower them to manage their lifestyle more proactively and work towards their wellbeing goals. Just as you'd regularly check your car or laptop to keep things running smoothly, building habits around your health can lead to better outcomes and greater peace of mind.""For men living or working abroad, this is even more important. Navigating foreign healthcare systems can be confusing and stressful, especially when you're dealing with an unfamiliar language, different medical practices, or insurance rules. Having quick, easy access to trusted healthcare - wherever you are in the world - can make all the difference."Research was carried out online by Obsurvant. All surveys were conducted in May 2025. The samples comprised of 2,083 UK nationals, 512 UAE nationals and 272 Hong Kong nationals. All research conducted adheres to the UK Market Research Society (MRS) code of conduct (2023). Obsurvant is registered with the Information Commissioner's Office and complies with the DPA (2018).Hashtag: #AXA The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
