Androgenetic Alopecia: Clinical Features and Trichoscopy

July 2022 in “ DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals) ”

Shashank Bansod, Aseem Sharma, Madhulika Mhatre

androgenetic alopecia male pattern baldness female pattern hair loss miniaturization of hair dihydrotestosterone trichoscopy DHT

Studysummary This source discusses the characteristics and clinical presentation of androgenetic alopecia, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and grading for administering therapy and the role of trichoscopy in diagnosis and monitoring treatment response. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.

Androgenetic alopecia, also known as male pattern baldness or female pattern hair loss, is characterized by the miniaturization of hair due to dihydrotestosterone. This condition presents with typical and atypical patterns of hair thinning and balding. Early recognition and grading are crucial for effective treatment. Trichoscopy is essential for diagnosis, prognosis, and monitoring treatment response.

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