Androgenetic Alopecia: Overview, Diagnosis, and Treatment
January 2015
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Springer eBooks
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TLDR AGA is a common hair loss disorder, and early diagnosis and treatment with minoxidil or finasteride can help reduce emotional distress.
This document from 2015 provides an overview of androgenetic alopecia (AGA), the most common hair loss disorder affecting both men and women. The diagnosis is established by history taking and clinical inspection, including dermoscopy. The document also discusses the pathogenesis of AGA and the importance of competent diagnosis and treatment. A systematic literature review revealed excellent evidence levels for the therapeutic use of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride. However, the limited success rate of evidence-based treatments points to a more important complexity of the problem. The document emphasizes the importance of early diagnosis and appropriate therapy to alleviate emotional distress caused by hair loss.
