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Why your mother's genes may affect male-pattern baldness

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Before you blame your dad for your receding hairline, you should probably look at your mother's family tree. The primary genetic receptor linked to losing your follicles is situated squarely on the X chromosome, which men inherit exclusively from their mothers. It is a wonderful biological inheritance that slowly turns your scalp into a barren wasteland while leaving your back remarkably hairy.

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