October 2023 in “University of Zadar Institutional Repository” This paper describes androgenic alopecia as a hereditary form of hair loss influenced by androgens, outlining its diagnosis, treatment options like minoxidil and finasteride, and the importance of psychological support due to its impact on quality of life.
The review suggests the study on male pattern baldness needs to improve in areas like sample size, methodology, and bias for better quality and credibility.
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August 1981 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Minoxidil helps hair regrowth in alopecia areata safely.
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October 1988 in “Clinics in Dermatology” Minoxidil can help grow hair and make hair follicles bigger, but it can also cause side effects.
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November 2017 in “Cardiovascular endocrinology” This study found that androgenic alopecia is the strongest predictor of coronary artery disease in young men from Western India, followed by premature graying and obesity.