Sonographic Comparison of Subcutaneous Fat Layer Thickness in the Scalp Area in Patients with Androgenetic Alopecia Compared to Healthy Individuals: Cross-Sectional

    July 2024 in “ Skin Research and Technology ”
    Mohammadreza Rafiei Tabatabaiei, Mohammadreza Ghassemi, Zahra Mohammadi, Shahin Toufani, Karen Farshad, Afsaneh Sadeghzadeh‐Bazargan
    Image of study
    TLDR Patients with androgenetic alopecia have thinner subcutaneous fat layers in their frontal scalp compared to healthy individuals.
    This cross-sectional case-control study compared subcutaneous fat layer thickness in the scalp of 30 individuals with androgenetic alopecia (AGA) to 30 healthy controls. The study found that individuals with AGA had significantly thicker subcutaneous fat in the frontal scalp region compared to healthy individuals, with men showing a greater increase than women. The occipital region's fat layer thickness was similar between patients and controls. Age influenced fat layer thickness, with older individuals showing greater thickness in both regions. These findings suggest that subcutaneous fat layer thickness plays a role in AGA and varies by scalp region and gender, indicating potential for targeted treatments.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    11 / 11 results

    Related Community Posts Join

    6 / 1000+ results

      community Why I really believe the tension theory is the cause of MPB

      in Research/Science  70 upvotes 3 years ago
      The conversation discusses the tension theory as a cause of male pattern baldness (MPB), suggesting that scalp tension and reduced subcutaneous fat layer contribute to hair loss. Treatments mentioned include Minoxidil, finasteride, microneedling, scalp massages, and Botox.

      community Injecting stomach fat into the scalp could cure baldness in just six months

      in Update  114 upvotes 6 years ago
      A potential treatment for hair loss that involves injecting fat into the scalp; the role of testosterone and estrogen in thinning fat tissue under the skin; research on using lard to treat androgenic alopecia, as well as PRP + ACELL/amniotic stem cell treatments; and ongoing clinical trials by doctors involved in the study.

      community Am I balding? Should I just shave it off?(M86)

      in Satire  116 upvotes 6 months ago
      A user humorously questions if they should shave their head due to hair loss, mentioning Ronald Reagan's impressive hair genetics. Replies include jokes and comments about jealousy and distrust towards older individuals with full heads of hair.

      community Fats on your Head to Stop Hair Loss?

      in Research/Science  142 upvotes 10 months ago
      The conversation discusses the potential of long-chain unsaturated fatty acids, like oleic and linoleic acid, as an additional treatment for hair loss, which may inhibit the enzyme responsible for converting testosterone to DHT and promote hair growth. Users humorously suggest using oils topically and discuss other hair loss treatments, but the main focus is on the science behind fatty acids and their role in hair health.

    Related Research

    2 / 2 results