Male pattern baldness is the male form of androgenetic alopecia. It usually begins with recession at the temples and thinning at the crown, and follows a predictable pattern described by the Norwood scale. Around half of Australian men show some degree of it by age fifty.
Management works best when started early, while follicles are still active. Options in Australia include topical treatments, prescription oral medicines and combination plans, all of which require a medical assessment to confirm the diagnosis and suitability.