Androgenetic Alopecia: An Update

January 2013 in “ Indian Journal of Dermatology, Venereology and Leprology ”

Feroze Kaliyadan, Ajit Nambiar, Sundeep Vijayaraghavan

androgenetic alopecia pull test trichoscopy scalp biopsy minoxidil 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors finasteride AGA Rogaine Propecia

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Minoxidil →

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

Finasteride →

Frontline, gold standard treatment for combatting androgenic alopecia

Studysummary This article reviews recent advancements in understanding and treating androgenetic alopecia, focusing on new genetic insights, stem cell roles, and diagnostic tools, without reporting new clinical results.

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This document from 9 years ago provides an update on androgenetic alopecia (AGA), a common form of hair loss. The document describes various methods for diagnosing AGA, including the pull test, trichoscopy, and scalp biopsy. The document recommends minoxidil as a treatment for AGA, with the 5% solution being more effective than the 2% solution for males. The document also discusses the use of 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors, such as finasteride, for the treatment of AGA. The paper also mentions the importance of proper patient counseling and realistic expectations.

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