Androgenetic Alopecia in Policemen: Higher Prevalence and Different Risk Factors Relative to the General Population (KCIS No. 23)

    September 2011 in “ Archives of Dermatological Research ”
    Lin-Hui Su, Tony Hsiu Hsi Chen
    Studysummary This study found that policemen aged 40-59 years had a twofold higher prevalence of androgenetic alopecia compared to the general population, with obesity and sunlight exposure contributing to the risk.
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