The Hormonal Profile of MPB/AGA Research/Science 5/31/2021
Men with early male pattern baldness (MPB) may have hormonal abnormalities similar to those in women with PCOS. Specific treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, Finasteride, and RU58841.
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