Therapeutic Advances in the Treatment of Androgenetic Alopecia: A Review of Current Scientific Evidence

    July 2026 in “ Research Society and Development ”
    Bhiannca Oliveira Máximo, Thalita Machado Carlesso, Lorena Visentainer
    Studysummary This study reviewed recent advancements in treating androgenetic alopecia, reporting that while minoxidil and 5-alpha-reductase inhibitors remain well-supported treatments, emerging therapies like microneedling, platelet-rich plasma, low-level laser, and regenerative medicine show promising complementary results.
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