Photographic Documentation of Hair Growth in Androgenetic Alopecia

October 1996 in “ Dermatologic Clinics ”

Douglas Canfield

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TLDR Photographic documentation crucial for evaluating hair growth in androgenetic alopecia.

This document emphasizes the importance of photographic documentation in evaluating hair growth in androgenetic alopecia. It provides guidance on patient preparation and the need for detail-oriented technicians to accurately document hair growth. The document provides a guide on how to take photographs of hair growth in androgenetic alopecia, but does not provide any scientific information or conclusions related to hair growth or alopecia. It emphasizes the significance of standardized photographic documentation in studying hair growth in androgenetic alopecia. It stresses the importance of consistent lighting, positioning, and background color for accurate tracking of progress. The document also provides examples of before and after photos demonstrating the effectiveness of therapy in hair growth.

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