Dermal Fibrosis in Male Pattern Hair Loss: A Suggestive Implication of Mast Cells

February 2008 in “ Archives of Dermatological Research ”

Chong Hyun Won, Oh Joon Kwon, Yeon Sook Kim, Yong Soo Kang, Beom Joon Kim, Chong Won Choi, Hee Chul Eun, Kwang-Hyun Cho

male pattern hair loss MPHL mast cells dermal fibrosis collagen bundles elastic fibers balding hair loss

Studysummary This study observed that mast cells and increased collagen and elastic fibers in the scalp may contribute to male pattern hair loss, but additional research is needed for further understanding.

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