Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia with Drug Delivery via Microneedling

September 2018 in “ Fisioterapia Brasil ”

Paulo Roberto Gnecco Rodrigues De Assis, L. Dantas

microneedling androgenetic alopecia hair growth hair thickness

TLDR Microneedling can effectively improve hair growth and thickness in men with hair loss.

The study explored the use of microneedling as a treatment for male androgenetic alopecia, highlighting its potential as an effective short- to medium-term solution. A male patient underwent 6 sessions of microneedling combined with a sterile active compound, resulting in a 75% improvement in hair growth and color, and a 50% improvement in hair thickness. The treatment was deemed safe, quick, and effective, with results lasting for 5 months post-treatment.

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