Psychological Effect, Pathophysiology, and Management of Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

    October 2005 in “ Mayo Clinic Proceedings ”
    Dow Stough, Kurt S. Stenn, Robert B. Haber … Ken Washenik
    Studysummary This article reviews the clinical, psychological, and management aspects of androgenetic alopecia in men, stating that it can be effectively managed by generalist clinicians with pharmacotherapy and surgical advancements.
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