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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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research Efficacy of platelet-rich plasma in the treatment of androgenetic (male-patterned) alopecia: A pilot randomized controlled trial

61 citations , September 2016 in “Journal of Cosmetic and Laser Therapy”

This study found that platelet-rich plasma was not effective in treating androgenetic alopecia in men with grade 4–6 hair loss.

research Incidence of Female Androgenetic Alopecia (Female Pattern Alopecia)

89 citations , January 2001 in “Dermatologic Surgery”

Hair loss in women is common, starts in late 20s, and affects 30% of women over 50.

research Evaluation of DNA Variants Associated with Androgenetic Alopecia and Their Potential to Predict Male Pattern Baldness

48 citations , May 2015 in “PLOS ONE”

This study found that a genetic test using 5 to 20 SNPs can predict male pattern baldness with variable accuracy in European men, especially those aged 50 and older.

research A review of hormonal therapy for female pattern (androgenic) alopecia

14 citations , January 2008 in “Dermatology Online Journal”

This review discusses the use of anti-hormonal therapies for female androgenetic alopecia and notes that while some treatments show promise, larger controlled studies are needed to define their roles and effectiveness.

research Association between Family History and Male Androgenetic Alopecia with Female Pattern Hair Loss

January 2023 in “Annals of Dermatology”

This study found that males with a maternal history of androgenetic alopecia were significantly more likely to have female pattern hair loss, suggesting early screening might be beneficial.

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community Learn the difference between male pattern baldness and diffuse thinning, and see a doctor to diagnose which you have. Otherwise, you may waste money on HIMS 3-in-1 and risk heart or sexual side effects, just cuz a guy w/ probably biotin deficiency thinning got great results here...

in Treatment 8 months ago

Male pattern baldness and diffuse thinning can both be forms of androgenetic alopecia (AGA), and it's important to consult a doctor for proper diagnosis. Treatments like Minoxidil, Finasteride, and biotin are discussed, but their effectiveness varies, and side effects are a concern.

community Caffeine & Alopecia: What the Science Seems to Say

18 upvotes 3 years ago

The conversation discusses the potential benefits of topical caffeine for Androgenetic Alopecia (APA) and female pattern hair loss. While some studies suggest positive results, there's no reliable scientific evidence to strongly recommend caffeine compounds for hair regrowth.

community AGA/male pattern baldness and loss of hair in the past 6months

52 upvotes 8 months ago

A 25-year-old male experienced significant hair loss due to telogen effluvium and androgenetic alopecia. He began using finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins, seeing some regrowth but remains worried about hair density.

community What hair loss pattern is this?

in General 157 upvotes 9 months ago

The user noticed small circular hairless spots after a buzz cut and has been using finasteride, dutasteride, and oral minoxidil for hair loss. They are experiencing continuous shedding and thinning, and it is suggested they consult a dermatologist for a scalp examination and possible biopsy to determine if it's alopecia areata or androgenetic alopecia.

Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

community Physio-metabolic method of treating androgenic alopecia. Cold receptors. The relationship between DHT, cold receptors, minoxidil and antiandrogens

in Research 413 upvotes 1 year ago

Treating androgenic alopecia with minoxidil, finasteride, and antiandrogens, alongside exercise, cryotherapy, and natural substances to stimulate cold receptors for better hair growth. The method focuses on enhancing treatment effectiveness by considering environmental and behavioral factors and the role of cold receptors and muscle stress.

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learn Hair Transplant

What causes male pattern baldness? Male pattern baldness is caused by genetic sensitivity to the hormone DHT.

learn Verteporfin

Is Verteporfin effective for both androgenic alopecia and alopecia areata? Verteporfin has never been tested in people with pattern hair loss or alopecia areata. It is an eye drug with only mouse wound data behind the hair interest.

learn Cetirizine

Is topical cetirizine effective for androgenetic alopecia in women? Topical cetirizine is not an approved product and its use for female-pattern hair loss is off-label. The evidence is one small pilot study in mixed-sex patients and one randomized trial in 66 women where cetirizine was added to minoxidil; it is unproven on its own.

learn horsetail extract

Is horsetail extract strong enough to help with androgenic alopecia, or only mild hair loss? No published human trial has tested horsetail extract as a treatment for androgenic alopecia; the available evidence is laboratory work and trials of silicon supplements, which point at hair quality rather than at DHT-driven pattern baldness.

learn Metformin

Does metformin help control DHT levels that trigger androgenic alopecia? Small studies have found that metformin lowers circulating androgens in women with PCOS, but no published study has measured scalp DHT, 5-alpha reductase activity in the follicle, or hair density in anyone taking it — so its effect on pattern hair loss is untested, and it is not a DHT blocker.