Combination and Rotational Therapy in Androgenetic Alopecia
April 2023
in “Journal of Cutaneous and Aesthetic Surgery”
TLDR Using different hair loss treatments at various times can improve results and reduce side effects for people with chronic hair loss.
The document discusses combination and rotational therapy for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), a chronic hair loss condition. This approach uses different treatments at different times to optimize efficacy, minimize side effects, and prevent resistance. Treatments include minoxidil, finasteride, hair transplantation, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), low-level laser therapy (LLLT), vitamins, peptides, diet and lifestyle changes. The therapy is divided into four phases, each with different treatments and goals, and may need to be tailored to individual patient needs. Finasteride and minoxidil have shown long-term efficacy in treating AGA, but have side effects and their effects cease upon discontinuation. PRP promotes hair follicle reconstitution and hair regrowth, and LLLT has also been effective in treating AGA. The potential of hair cell cloning for future treatments is also mentioned.
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