theelfqueen Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 My 18 yr old feels that his hairline has receded a bit (he has always had a natural widows peak) and I can see what he is talking about though I'm not sure that it is hair loss (he dyed his hair a darker color and I think it made it more noticeable at least) ... we have scheduled an appointment with his dermatologist. Do you have any experience with this that you'd be willing to share? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Tiggywinkle Again Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 My husband‘s hairline definitely started to recede when he was about 18 according to pictures. It’s male pattern baldness though; all of his maternal uncles started having receding hairlines about that age. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted August 1, 2023 Author Share Posted August 1, 2023 2 minutes ago, Mrs Tiggywinkle Again said: My husband‘s hairline definitely started to recede when he was about 18 according to pictures. It’s male pattern baldness though; all of his maternal uncles started having receding hairlines about that age. Yeah, my husband (his father) lost his hair fairly young which is why we are seeing a doctor so soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 It is genetic at what age it starts 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa Louise Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Can the doctor do anything? Ds is thinning, and he's only 19. Poor baby. He has the most beautiful long hair, too. I figured there was nothing to be done about it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairfarmhand Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I know someone who has taken propecia for balding for years and it’s really helped with no poor side effects in this person. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ethel Mertz Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Our DS started losing hair when he was 19 (he turns 21 soon). He’s totally freaked, of course, and is sure no one will ever date him, much less marry him. We haven’t gone to a dermatologist, but maybe we should. You might try biotin shampoo. I’m not convinced it does any good, but it makes him feel better. Also, there are biotin supplements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garga Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I watched some recent seasons of Married at First Sight. It’s a reality show where men and women are matched and agree to marry a stranger. They meet at the altar and then start getting to know each other. Anyway, in the past couple of seasons (that were available to me—I think I’m a season or two behind), the women have talked about what they hope their future husband will look like, and “bald” is a plus. One woman was a little disappointed when she saw her husband at the altar with hair. I suppose it depends on how the guy carries it off. Bald with beards was what the women wanted. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 I know some young men who use rogaine and an oral medication. They say results are better when used while there is still hair. I’m sure the dermatologist will give options. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted August 1, 2023 Author Share Posted August 1, 2023 1 hour ago, Melissa Louise said: Can the doctor do anything? Ds is thinning, and he's only 19. Poor baby. He has the most beautiful long hair, too. I figured there was nothing to be done about it? There are medical solutions (medication) that can slow hair loss. Also hair loss can be tied to other causes - nutrient deficiencies and such. I have a young friend in London who did transplants but that's not on our radar at this time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ealp2009 Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 Huberman Lab had a podcast on hair loss. It might be worth listening to. I also knew senior high school boys who were balding, there are things that he could do but he would have to decide if it was worth the trouble. https://hubermanlab.com/the-science-of-healthy-hair-hair-loss-and-how-to-regrow-hair/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elegantlion Posted August 1, 2023 Share Posted August 1, 2023 My son (age 25) inherited the receding hair line from his father's side of the family. Ironically, his dad had a bald spot on the back of his head and didn't start the receding hairline until his 50s. Ds is starting to lose not just the hairline but also thinning on top. He keeps it long and always wears a ponytail. He also has a full but trimmed beard, so it balances it out. It still bothers him some, but not enough to do anything about it. He takes pictures of his hair loss though. I'm a bit sad because my side of the family even the men have bushy full hair into their elderly years. Ds also has this dark brown hair with rust red undertones that is really striking. His beard is dark brown but not as much red. I feel like at some point, he'll just shave his head, although he hates shaving - hence the beard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 My brother started at 20. It worked out for him because he decided to join the Army, so he bulked up and started shaving it. Many women like that look, especially with a uniform attached. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Marmalade Posted August 2, 2023 Share Posted August 2, 2023 My best friend in college had practically no hair by the time he was 21. It didn't take him too many years to decide to embrace the baldness and just start shaving what remained. He did not want to be a 25 year old with a 65 year old comb-over. The look has always suited him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted August 11, 2023 Author Share Posted August 11, 2023 (edited) UPDATE - So we met with the dermatologist. She recommended topical Minoxidil/Rogaine (OTC) so he is trying that out. She said if he sees more loss we can talk about more aggressive medical options (stronger topical or something in pill form) but that she feels we are right in tackling it early and this has a good chance of heading it off and probably increasing hair growth. Edited August 11, 2023 by theelfqueen 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lady Florida. Posted August 11, 2023 Share Posted August 11, 2023 Ds has a widow's peak which I think he got from my side. My dad had a very pronounced one. Ds will be 26 next month and though his hair is still thick, the widow's peak is very noticeable. 18 minutes ago, theelfqueen said: She recommended topical Minoxidil/Rogaine (OTC) so he is trying that out. Not sure if she told you but that stuff only works while using it. Once you stop, hair will thin again. IOW, it has to be used forever and ever. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelfqueen Posted August 11, 2023 Author Share Posted August 11, 2023 We did discuss it but my 18 year old doesn't want to be bald at 30 like his Dad so ... here we are. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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