TLDR Women under 55 with hair loss (AGA) may have a higher risk of heart disease (CAD).
This study found a significant correlation between androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and coronary artery disease (CAD) in women under the age of 55. AGA is a condition characterized by hair loss, and the study found that women with AGA have certain hormonal differences that may contribute to CAD. The findings suggest that female AGA may be a marker for increased risk of CAD events, but further research is needed to confirm these findings.
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November 2018 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” Alopecia is linked to various health and mental conditions, impacts life quality, and needs medical attention beyond its cosmetic effects.
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April 2015 in “Netherlands Heart Journal” The conclusion is that there's no significant link between male pattern baldness and the severity of coronary artery disease.
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October 2014 in “International Journal of Cardiology” People with alopecia are at higher risk for heart disease and have more heart-related risk factors.
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July 2010 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Hair loss linked to higher heart disease risk in both men and women.
