Androgenetic Alopecia in Men: The Scale of the Problem and Prospects for Treatment

January 1999 in “ PubMed ”

D. H. Rushton

androgenetic alopecia Propecia finasteride male pattern baldness

TLDR Male pattern baldness is common, affects quality of life, and new treatments like Propecia show promise.

Androgenetic alopecia was recognized as the most common hair problem in men, often linked with aging and impacting quality of life. The medical profession underestimated its significance, leading to distress among those affected. Societal changes increased demand for effective treatments. New treatments targeting the balding process showed promise, with Propecia being the first available drug in some countries, and other treatments were under development.

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