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Can creatine cause hair loss? (25yr old male, moderate exercise)

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No: You're a grown man now, and i'm glad you're training. Male hair loss is genetically programmed and correlates quite well with how much chest hair you've been blessed with. Creatine won't impact it, or cause telogen effluvium or alopecia areata. You can get a prescription from your physician, consider hair transplantation, wear a ballcap or hairpiece, or embrace your genetic heritage like photo guy.

Answered 2/6/2014

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Dr. Alan Bauman answered

Specializes in Hair Restoration

Creatine -> HairLoss: Yes, it's now well known that creatine is associated with increased hair loss, especially in athletes. Recently, a clinical study of the brazilian soccer team showed an increase in Dht (dihydrotestosterone), the primary hormone trigger for hereditary hair loss, after taking creatine supplements. Personally, i've seen accelerated hair loss in my male patients on creatine.

Answered 6/25/2014

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