Lipid Levels in Women with Androgenetic Alopecia
October 2010
in “
International Journal of Dermatology
”
TLDR Women with AGA have higher lipid levels, increasing heart disease risk.
The study found that women with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) have higher lipid levels than healthy women, which may increase their risk for cardiovascular disease. The study recommends that lipid levels should be evaluated in women with AGA to allow for early diagnosis and treatment of hyperlipidemia.