research Family History and Risk of Hair Loss
This study found that men with a paternal history of hair loss were significantly more likely to experience hair loss themselves.
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5 / 1000+ resultsresearch A cross-sectional study for alopecia patterns, family history, and diet, reveals early-onset hair loss in residents of Saudi Arabia and a lack of awareness about available treatments
This study explored androgenetic alopecia in a large Saudi sample, finding that onset often occurs in youth, with strong family aggregation and minimal use of treatments like minoxidil, despite high rates of hair shedding during combing, especially among women.
research Androgenetic alopecia: Prevalence and clinical characteristics in a South-West Nigerian spopulation
This study found that the prevalence of androgenetic alopecia among adults in Ogbomoso, Nigeria, was 29.95%, with a higher incidence in men and mixed type baldness as the most common phenotype.
research The psychosocial burden of androgenetic alopecia in Saudi Arabia: A cross-sectional study
This study focused on understanding the psychosocial impact of androgenetic alopecia in Saudi Arabia to potentially improve treatment strategies for hair loss by incorporating stress-coping methods and new therapeutic approaches.
research An overview of risk factors for androgenetic alopecia among women at Pasar Ambacang, Kuranji, Padang
This study explores the risk factors for androgenetic alopecia in women residing in Pasar Ambacang Sub-district, Padang City, emphasizing its potential impact on their quality of life and psychological well-being.
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community 21M, Thinning on Top with Family History, Seeking Treatment Options
A 21-year-old with a family history of early balding is advised to see a dermatologist to confirm androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and consider treatments like finasteride or dutasteride to prevent further hair loss, and minoxidil, possibly with tretinoin, to regrow hair. Caution is advised with oral minoxidil, and a cardiologist should be consulted before use.
community Eliminate/Confirm AGA based on blood report
A 19-year-old male with no family history of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is experiencing hair loss and considering using a topical minoxidil and finasteride mixture. Despite low vitamin D levels and normal DHT serum levels, he seeks confirmation of AGA before starting treatment.
community M19 finasteride my doc said it's not aga until now
A 19-year-old male with a family history of balding is using finasteride to thicken his hair and is considering whether to add minoxidil. Users suggest continuing finasteride for several months before deciding on minoxidil.
community Balding without a family history
The user is experiencing hair loss without a family history and suspects stress or telogen effluvium (TE) as the cause, despite using finasteride without results. Others suggest stress, vitamin deficiencies, or other conditions could be factors, and some mention that balding can occur without a family history.
community 30M Seeing Gradual Recession, Family History of Hair Loss, Considering Finasteride
A 30-year-old with a family history of receding hairlines is considering starting finasteride due to gradual hairline recession. They are seeking advice on whether to begin treatment or if they are worrying unnecessarily.
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Hair Transplant SurgeonDr. María Alejandra Agamez, MD
Santiago, Chile
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Akhilesh Agarwal, MBBS, DNB
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh, India
DermatologistDr. Shail Agarwal, MD, MBBS
Jhalawar, Rajasthan, India
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Hair Loss SpecialistAgata Kubiak
Chodzież, Poland
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Pollicino Agata, MD
Catania, Italy
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Udaipur, Rajasthan, India