Medical Treatment for Androgenetic Alopecia

    October 2023 in “ Facial Plastic Surgery ”
    Ratchathorn Panchaprateep
    Studysummary This study discusses current treatments for androgenetic alopecia like minoxidil and finasteride and highlights emerging therapies including regenerative medicine and low-level laser therapy due to some patients not responding well to standard options.
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