TLDR Men with androgenetic alopecia may have more severe dry eye and meibomian gland dysfunction.
This study evaluated the relationship between male androgenetic alopecia, dry eye, and meibomian gland function in 80 eyes of 80 patients, split evenly between those with androgenetic alopecia and healthy controls. Results showed that patients with androgenetic alopecia had significantly lower Schirmer I test scores and tear film break-up times, and higher Ocular Surface Disease Index and Oxford scale scores, indicating more severe dry eye symptoms. Additionally, meibomian gland dysfunction was more pronounced in the androgenetic alopecia group. The findings suggest a potential association between male androgenetic alopecia and both dry eye and meibomian gland dysfunction, highlighting the need for monitoring these patients for ocular surface issues.
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