TLDR Hair loss link to severe COVID-19 unclear.
The study by Wambier et al. proposes an association between androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and severe manifestations of COVID-19. However, the literature cited by Wambier et al. suggests that the prevalence of AGA in hospitalized COVID-19 patients is close to the expected rate. While male sex and older age may be risk factors for COVID-19 mortality, the hypothesis that AGA may be independently associated with severe manifestations of COVID-19 remains a matter of conjecture.
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119 citations
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August 2020 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Most COVID-19 patients in hospitals have androgenetic alopecia, more in men, suggesting a link between androgen sensitivity and severe COVID-19 symptoms.
91 citations
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July 2015 in “Anais Brasileiros De Dermatologia” Female Pattern Hair Loss affects women's self-esteem and needs more research for better treatment.
193 citations
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December 2005 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Hair loss common in Australia; men affected earlier, more often than Asians; women less concerned.
155 citations
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December 2003 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Hair loss increases with age; alcohol raises risk, more female partners lowers it.
234 citations
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February 2001 in “British Journal of Dermatology” FPHL affects hair density and diameter, causing visible hair loss in older women.
