Frontal Fibrosing Alopecia: A Pathology on the Rise

December 2016 in “ Anales del sistema sanitario de Navarra ”

A. de Quintana-Sancho, X. Piris-García, N. Valle-García, M. Hierro-Cámara

frontal fibrosing alopecia hair loss postmenopausal women etiological factors diagnosing treating therapeutic strategies dermatologists early intervention FFA hairline recession

TLDR Frontal fibrosing alopecia is increasing, especially in postmenopausal women, and treatment with finasteride can improve it.

The document discussed the increasing prevalence of frontal fibrosing alopecia (FFA), a condition characterized by progressive hair loss along the frontal hairline, primarily affecting postmenopausal women. The study highlighted the clinical features, potential etiological factors, and the challenges in diagnosing and treating FFA. It emphasized the need for further research to understand the underlying mechanisms and to develop effective therapeutic strategies. The rising incidence of FFA underscored the importance of awareness among dermatologists and the need for early intervention to manage the condition effectively.

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