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Glossary Genetic Androgenetic Hair Thinning

genetic condition causing gradual hair loss influenced by androgens

Genetic Androgenetic Hair Thinning, also known as Androgenetic Alopecia, is a common form of hair loss influenced by genetic factors and the presence of androgens (male hormones). It typically manifests as a gradual thinning of hair on the scalp, often following a recognizable pattern such as a receding hairline in men or diffuse thinning in women.

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research Cyberspace Chat: Beyond genetics part III: evidence that lifestyle choices may impact hair loss in androgenetic alopecia

July 2012 in “Hair transplant forum international”

This article reviews potential factors contributing to hair loss in androgenetic alopecia beyond genetic predispositions and discusses current knowledge without presenting new clinical results.

research LibGuides: L3Y2 Tutorial 2022 - critical thinking: Claim 5: Caffeine reduces hair loss

May 2021

Caffeine in Alpecin shampoo may help prolong hair root activity and reduce hair loss.

research The prevalence and types of androgenetic alopecia in Korean men and women

157 citations , July 2001 in “British Journal of Dermatology”

In this study, the prevalence of androgenetic alopecia among Korean men and women was found to be lower than in caucasians, with Korean men showing more frontal hairline preservation and a higher incidence of 'female pattern' hair thinning.

research Androgenetic alopecia in woman treated with botulinum toxin

December 2021 in “Intisari Sains Medis”

This case report describes a 29-year-old woman with Female Pattern Hair Loss whose hair thinning reduced one month after botulinum toxin treatment.

research Age-related hair changes in men: Mechanisms and management of alopecia and graying

37 citations , October 2014 in “Maturitas”

This review discusses the mechanisms and treatment strategies for age-related hair changes, such as androgenetic alopecia and hair graying, and reports no new clinical results.

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community Iron Deficiency Hair Loss vs Androgenetic Alopecia

5 upvotes 3 years ago

Iron deficiency can mimic androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and cause hair loss, but it is rare in men. Recovery is possible with supplements if iron deficiency is the cause, but genetic hair loss may still progress.

community Female diffuse hair loss on spiro with irregular periods (photos) + genetic hair loss

in Female 16 upvotes 1 year ago

A 34-year-old woman is experiencing diffuse hair loss and irregular periods, possibly due to long-term spironolactone use. She is considering minoxidil and finasteride for treatment and seeking medical advice for androgenic alopecia and hormonal imbalances.

community Anyone had anemia + AGA/thinning ?

in Treatment 4 upvotes 1 year ago

OP experienced significant hair regrowth after recovering from iron deficiency anemia and starting minoxidil. They suspect anemia contributed more to their hair loss than androgenetic alopecia (AGA).

community Hair thinning after 40 is destroying my confidence need a hair growth supplement.

in Treatment 17 upvotes 1 month ago

A 47-year-old experiencing hair thinning likely due to perimenopause is advised to consider treatments like minoxidil, finasteride, and supplements such as saw palmetto. Blood tests for iron, thyroid, and vitamin levels are recommended, and options like estrogen replacement therapy and hair growth supplements are discussed.

community Hair Loss Factors in Moms: Analyzing Hormonal Changes, Stress, Genetics, and More

4 upvotes 3 years ago

Hair loss in moms can be caused by hormonal changes, stress, genetics, and nutritional deficiencies. Solutions include hair toppers, Minoxidil, PRP therapy, and a healthy diet with supplements.

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Does hair strand thickness decrease in men with androgenic alopecia? Can finasteride help restore it? Androgenic alopecia thins hair strands by miniaturizing follicles. The pivotal finasteride trials (1,553 men, 1 mg/day, two years) report increased hair counts and improved assessed appearance, but they measured density, not the diameter of individual strands, so the effect on thickness itself is not established.

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What causes male pattern baldness? Male pattern baldness is caused by genetic sensitivity to the hormone DHT.
What is male pattern baldness? Male pattern baldness is a genetic condition causing hair loss in men, starting with a receding hairline.

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Who can safely use spironolactone for hair thinning and androgen-related hair loss? Women with androgen-related hair loss can safely use spironolactone under medical supervision.

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