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    Glossary Androgenetic Alopecia

    genetic hair loss influenced by androgens, often hereditary

    Androgenetic Alopecia, commonly known as Male Pattern Baldness or Female Pattern Baldness, is a genetic condition characterized by progressive hair thinning and loss. It is influenced by androgens (male hormones) and typically follows a recognizable pattern, such as a receding hairline in men and diffuse thinning on the crown in women. This condition is the most common cause of hair loss, affecting both genders, and is often hereditary.

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    1. Classification of the types of androgenetic alopecia (common baldness) occurring in the female sex British Journal of Dermatology · 1977 · 666 citations
    2. Finasteride in the treatment of men with androgenetic alopecia Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 1998 · 581 citations
    3. Different Levels of 5α-Reductase Type I and II, Aromatase, and Androgen Receptor in Hair Follicles of Women and Men with Androgenetic Alopecia Journal of Investigative Dermatology · 1997 · 416 citations
    4. A randomized clinical trial of 5% topical minoxidil versus 2% topical minoxidil and placebo in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in men Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2002 · 269 citations
    5. Lack of efficacy of finasteride in postmenopausal women with androgenetic alopecia Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 2000 · 239 citations
    6. Bald scalp in men with androgenetic alopecia retains hair follicle stem cells but lacks CD200-rich and CD34-positive hair follicle progenitor cells Journal of Clinical Investigation · 2011 · 235 citations
    7. Molecular mechanisms of androgenetic alopecia Experimental Gerontology · 2002 · 229 citations
    8. Psychological effects of androgenetic alopecia on women: Comparisons with balding men and with female control subjects Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology · 1993 · 222 citations
    9. Prostaglandin D <sub>2</sub> Inhibits Hair Growth and Is Elevated in Bald Scalp of Men with Androgenetic Alopecia Science Translational Medicine · 2012 · 205 citations
    10. Evidence-based (S3) guideline for the treatment of androgenetic alopecia in women and in men Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft · 2011 · 198 citations
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    1. Increased efficacy of daytime low-dose oral minoxidil dosing for androgenetic alopecia: a retrospective study Reddit · 22 Sept 2026
    2. Topical Tacrolimus For Androgenetic Alopecia (AGA) Reddit · 20 Sept 2026
    3. Efficacy and Safety of Oral Dutasteride 0.5 mg Combined with Oral Minoxidil 2.5 mg for Male Androgenetic Alopecia: A Retrospective Cohort Study Reddit · 20 Aug 2026
    4. Does ketokonazole on its own improve androgenetic alopecia? Reddit · 18 Mar 2026
    5. Best science-backed supplements for androgenetic alopecia? Looking for real evidence Reddit · 29 Jan 2026
    6. A Logical, Step-by-Step Guide to Managing Androgenetic Alopecia (No BS) Reddit · 21 Dec 2025
    7. Getting blindsided by atypical aggressive form of androgenetic alopecia in early 20s and realizing it's too late is one of the Top 10 worst male Experiences of all time Reddit · 28 Sept 2025
    8. Fucoidan Treatment Reverses Hair Loss and Inhibits Inflammatory Responses in a Mouse Model of Androgenetic Alopecia Community · 20 Aug 2025
    9. Sexual Dysfunction in Those with Androgenetic Alopecia on Dutasteride Versus Finasteride Reddit · 18 Jun 2025
    10. Hair growth stimulated by allogenic adipose-derived stem cells supplemented with ATP in a mouse model of dihydrotestosterone-induced androgenetic alopecia Reddit · 13 Jun 2025
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    1. RU58841 Experimental topical anti-androgen sold as a research chemical
    2. Alfatradiol Weak form of estrogen applied to the scalp
    3. HMI-115 Experimental antibody that blocks the prolactin receptor
    4. Minoxidil Vasodilator used on the scalp and, at low doses, as a tablet
    5. Clascoterone Topical androgen-receptor blocker, approved as an acne cream
    6. Caffeine Stimulant used in hair shampoos and lotions
    7. GT20029 Experimental topical drug designed to break down androgen receptors
    8. Spironolactone Blood-pressure and diuretic drug with anti-androgen effects
    9. Neem Oil Oil from the neem tree, used in traditional remedies
    10. Finasteride Popular 5-alpha reductase inhibitor that lowers DHT, taken as a pill or used topically
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