Excellent Response to Mesotherapy as Adjunctive Treatment in Male Androgenetic Alopecia

May 2019 in “ Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology ”

Daniel Melo, Taynara de Mattos Barreto, Glaura Tinoco Plata, Leonardo Araujo, Violeta Duarte Tortelly

mesotherapy androgenetic alopecia intradermotherapy

Studysummary This case report observed significant improvement in hair density and thickness in a male patient with androgenetic alopecia following the addition of mesotherapy, alongside topical minoxidil and oral finasteride, over 20 sessions, with no side effects reported.

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The study found that mesotherapy was an effective adjunctive treatment for male androgenetic alopecia. The patient had an excellent response to intradermotherapy as an adjunctive treatment, with no side effects. The study suggests that mesotherapy can be a useful treatment option for male androgenetic alopecia.

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