A Clinical Study of Androgenetic Alopecia

The study examined 1,500 patients with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) at Busan Paik Hospital over 7 years, finding that AGA was most prevalent in the third decade of life for both sexes. Among males, Norwood-Hamilton's type II was most common, while Ludwig's type I was prevalent among females. A family history of baldness was noted in 62.9% of male and 48.8% of female patients. Most patients sought treatment after 1-5 years of experiencing AGA. Treatment for males primarily involved oral finasteride, while females commonly used topical minoxidil. The study concluded that a high proportion of young patients with mild AGA might be due to psychological stress in social situations.