Acquired Progressive Kinking of the Hair: A Narrative Review of the Androgen-Dependent Phenotype

    January 2026 in “ International Journal of Dermatology ”
    Eduardo Corona‐Rodarte, Carlos Barrera‐Ochoa, Fernanda Martínez‐Saharopulos … Daniel Asz‐Sigall
    Studysummary This review examines the androgen-dependent subtype of acquired progressive kinking of the hair and suggests it may be an early indicator of androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between subtypes for clinical decisions.
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