• October 25, 2019
  • Dr. Joshua Wee

Last updated on June 3, 2024

A new study has revealed that men working long hours might double the risk of major hair loss.

They say it is likely stress caused by too much work and not enough downtime that is the main cause.

Changes in hormone levels which occur during stress can wreak havoc on several areas of the body.

When these extra hormones are made, they can inhibit the growth patterns of the hair follicles on your scalp.

The study published in journal Annals of Occupational and Environmental Medicine, which came from Sungkyunkwan University School of Medicine in Seoul, Korea is the first to try to establish a link between pulling long hours at the office and the impact it could have on scalps.

It was a major study, too, encompassing 13,391 men aged between 20 and 59 from South Korea. Continue reading here>>

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Dr. Joshua Wee

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Dr. Joshua Wee

Dr. Ern Soon (Joshua) Wee is a distinguished medical professional renowned for his expertise in hair restoration. With a passion for restoring confidence and transforming lives through hair restoration, Dr. Josh is a leading expert in the field of hair transplantation. With a Doctor of Medicine (M.D) degree from the esteemed University Putra Malaysia and extensive training in advanced techniques, Dr. Wee is committed to providing exceptional care and natural results to his patients.

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