When we think of male pattern baldness, we think of aging or an unattractive appearance. Most people seek out various hair loss treatments, such as prescription and over-the-counter medications, hair transplants, laser treatments, and more. But the causes of hair loss, types of hair loss should be understood. If only the surface is treated, the real cause will be hidden.
If men have baldness on the top of their head and high blood pressure, their risk of heart disease increases by 80%.
Mild and moderate crown baldness is also associated with an increased risk of heart disease, but to a lesser extent.
Forehead baldness — a receding hairline — has little to do with heart disease.
Men with more severe hair loss have higher rates of heart disease than men with only mild to moderate hair loss, suggesting a link between the degree of hair loss and heart disease risk.
A biological link between hair loss and heart disease may involve elevated levels of male hormones. The scalp has a higher density of androgen receptors, and higher levels of hormones such as testosterone increase the risk of arteriosclerosis and blood clotting. We can benefit from vigilant modification of risk factors. The finding could be a message that could increase attention to screening and preventive measures to reduce the risk of heart disease.
