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What Causes Hair Loss?

What is the cause of hair loss? Not clogged follicles, not wearing hats, not scalp mites or bad circulation. DHT (dihydrotestosterone), a breakdown product of Testosterone is the culprit--especially if you inherit the sensitivity to it. Decreasing DHT production in the body requires finasteride (propecia) or dutasteride (avodart). Even women can be sensitive to DHT and other androgens. Genetic testing is available to determine how sensitive you are to DHT and whether your hair loss will be mild or severe over the course of your life. For more info on these diagnostic procedures, hair growth treatments and more, visit www.baumanmedical.com Watch Dateline NBC-FINAL RESULTS from the Follicle Five to see what treatment worked the best.