TLDR Sex-determining genes may affect male baldness.
This study examined the expression of sex-determining genes in the scalp of men with androgenetic alopecia (AGA). The researchers found that the expression of certain genes, including SRY and WT-1, was significantly higher in the bald areas of men with AGA. The study suggests that sex-determining genes may play a role in the pathogenesis of AGA, but further research on a larger population is needed to confirm this.
40 citations,
December 2004 in “Dermatology” Kenogen increases with hair loss in women.
49 citations,
January 2004 in “Dermatology” Men with a family history of hair loss are more likely to experience it themselves, especially if both parents have hair loss.
139 citations,
June 2003 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology Symposium Proceedings” Androgenetic alopecia in women needs more research and better management strategies.
31 citations,
January 2003 in “Dermatology” Steroidogenic isoenzymes may help improve treatments for common hair loss.
32 citations,
August 1999 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Early onset hair loss linked to genetics and androgen levels.
10 citations,
March 2007 in “Dermatology” Sex-determining genes may affect male baldness.
