The Prevalence and Types of Androgenetic Alopecia in Korean Men and Women

This document summarizes various studies on the prevalence and types of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) in Korean men and women. AGA is a common form of hair loss caused by genetic and hormonal factors. The studies found that AGA is more common in men than women, with different types of hair loss patterns. The prevalence of AGA in Koreans is lower than in Caucasians, and Korean men tend to have more frontal hairline preservation and a 'female pattern' of hair thinning. The studies suggest adding 'female pattern' to the classification of AGA. A family history of baldness is common in those with AGA.