Female Pattern Alopecia: Current Perspectives

The document reviewed the therapeutic options for female pattern hair loss, highlighting the psychological impact of the condition and the challenges in treatment. It noted that only minoxidil and finasteride were approved for androgenetic alopecia, but they provided mediocre results and were not a permanent cure. Hair transplantation was the only permanent solution, though it required surgery. Other treatments, such as antiandrogens, prostaglandin analogs, and ketoconazole, were reported to be beneficial, while laser and light therapies gained popularity despite limited effectiveness. The focus of therapy was to manage expectations and aim to slow or stop disease progression rather than achieve permanent hair regrowth.