Gender-Specific Risk Factors for Androgenetic Alopecia in the Korean General Population: Associations with Medical Comorbidities and General Health Behaviors

This study examined the risk factors for androgenetic alopecia (AGA) in the Korean general population. The study found that male gender, older age, smoking, and hypertension were significant risk factors for AGA in men, while female gender, older age, and dyslipidemia were significant risk factors for AGA in women. AGA was also associated with medical comorbidities such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, and metabolic syndrome, as well as general health behaviors such as smoking and alcohol consumption. The study suggests that lifestyle modifications, such as weight management and smoking cessation, may help prevent AGA in both men and women.