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Baldness
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Definition: Hair loss usually as a result of genetic predisposition but sometimes related to trauma, psychological factors or environmental insults (toxins).

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Male Pattern Baldness
For millions of men the path to hair loss is established at birth and is irreversible. This feature briefly examines the process of baldness and the reasons for it.

 

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