From Hairline to Lipid Line: Prevalence and Spectrum of Dyslipidemia in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia – A Hospital-Based Study

    December 2025 in “ Journal of Skin and Stem Cell ”
    Surendran Kalale Appaiah Kumaraswamy, Dhanya Nayak, Nanjundaswamy Bisilavadi Lingaiah
    Studysummary This study found a higher prevalence of lipid abnormalities in individuals with androgenetic alopecia, especially in severe cases, highlighting the need for early screening and treatment to prevent cardiovascular complications.
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