Norwood Scale 5: Advanced Hair Loss with Narrow Bridge
Norwood Scale 5 represents advanced male pattern baldness where the bridge of hair separating frontal and crown baldness becomes noticeably narrower and sparser. At this stage, extensive hair loss is present across the top of the head, with only a thin band of hair remaining between the two balding areas.
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Norwood Scale 5 visual representation (detailed medical illustration coming soon)
What is Norwood Scale 5?
Norwood Scale 5 shows significant progression from Stage 4, with the hair bridge between frontal and crown baldness becoming substantially narrower and less dense. At this stage, the two bald areas are beginning to merge, separated only by a thin strip of hair that may be miniaturized and sparse. The frontal recession is severe, and the crown baldness has expanded considerably.
Key Visual Features of Norwood Scale 5:
- •Narrow Hair Bridge: Thin band of hair separating frontal and crown areas
- •Frontal Baldness: Extensive recession creating large bald area at front
- •Crown Baldness: Large circular bald patch on crown, expanding outward
- •Bridge Quality: Remaining hair often miniaturized and sparse
- •Side Hair: Hair on sides and back remains intact (DHT-resistant zones)
At Norwood Scale 5, hair loss significantly impacts appearance and many individuals seek comprehensive treatment solutions. Hair transplantation at this stage requires substantial grafts and careful planning to achieve natural-looking density. Medical therapy remains important to preserve existing hair and protect transplanted follicles.
Treatment Options for Norwood Scale 5
Norwood Scale 5 requires strategic treatment planning. Hair transplantation can restore coverage, but typically requires 3000-4000+ grafts. Medical therapy helps stabilize progression and maintain results. Detailed treatment protocols with realistic expectations will be added in future updates.
Common Treatment Approaches:
- • Hair transplantation (FUE/FUT) - 3000-4000+ grafts typically needed
- • May require multiple transplant sessions for adequate coverage
- • Medical therapy (Finasteride + Minoxidil) essential to maintain results
- • PRP therapy to support transplant success and native hair
- • Scalp micropigmentation to create density illusion
- • Hairpieces or hair systems as non-surgical alternatives
Comprehensive treatment guide with multiple session planning, donor area management, and realistic outcome expectations coming soon.
Frequently Asked Questions About Norwood Scale 5
Norwood Scale 5 vs Other Stages
Understanding the progression from Stage 4 to Stage 5 and potentially to Stage 6 helps set realistic treatment expectations. Detailed visual comparisons will be added in future updates.
Stage 4 vs Stage 5:
Norwood Scale 4 maintains a moderate bridge, while Stage 5 shows a significantly narrower and sparser bridge between baldness zones.
Learn about Norwood Scale 4 →Stage 5 vs Stage 6:
Norwood Scale 6 shows complete merging of frontal and crown areas with no bridge remaining, creating extensive continuous baldness.
Learn about Norwood Scale 6 →Comprehensive comparison charts and visual demonstrations will be available in the next update.
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