September 2021 in “Medicina Estética Revista Científica de la Sociedad Española de Medicina Estética (SEME)” The treatment improved hair growth and thickness in most patients with minimal side effects.
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April 2021 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study found that androgenetic alopecia significantly impacts young men's quality of life, affecting their self-esteem and daily functioning, and highlights the need for a specialized assessment tool.
March 2024 in “Healthcare” In this study, women with androgenetic alopecia underwent stem cell treatment, which led to significant improvements in sexual arousal and satisfaction, psychological health, and environmental quality of life, but not in physical health or social relationships after six months.
December 2025 in “Revista fisio&terapia.” This study found that androgenetic alopecia treatments, especially dutasteride, are associated with a small increased risk of adverse events like sexual dysfunction and dermatologic reactions.
July 2022 in “Nigerian journal of medicine : journal of the National Association of Resident Doctors of Nigeria” This study found that androgenetic alopecia significantly impairs quality of life among Nigerian patients, especially in areas like emotions, stigmatization, and self-confidence, highlighting the importance of psychosocial support.
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August 2018 in “Medicine” This study found that college students with androgenetic alopecia exhibited higher levels of various psychological symptoms compared to those without AGA, with medical and art students showing particularly elevated symptoms.
January 2023 in “Nanomedicine & nanotechnology open access” This review suggests that microneedling shows promise for improving hair quality, thickness, and density in treating androgenetic alopecia, but standardized treatment protocols are currently lacking.
January 2025 in “Surgical & Cosmetic Dermatology” This article reviews a case of alopecia triangularis temporalis, emphasizing the need for histopathological confirmation to avoid misdiagnosis and highlighting surgical correction as the preferred treatment for confirmed cases.
This study found that treating androgenetic alopecia through a virtual healthcare platform significantly improved hair-loss-related quality of life over six months, with adherence to the program being a key factor in achieving better outcomes among the participants in Brazil.
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January 2011 This study discusses the physiopathogeny, clinical manifestations, and treatment objectives of androgenetic alopecia without reporting new clinical findings.
July 2023 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study investigated AGA professionals' perspectives and found that 42% were misled by commercial influences, underestimated these biases' extent, and faced ethical challenges in treatment due to societal pressures and misinformation, highlighting a need for evidence-based guidance and research scrutiny tools.
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June 2009 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” In this study, researchers observed that follicular microinflammation significantly contributes to the early stages of male androgenetic alopecia, potentially leading to perifollicular fibrosis and follicle destruction as the condition progresses.
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January 2022 in “Dermatology Research and Practice” This study found that androgenetic alopecia negatively impacts the emotional and social well-being of Polish men, particularly younger individuals, with 66.7% reporting a significant effect on self-esteem.
April 2024 in “Dermatologic surgery” This source does not report specific results or findings, instead it provides details about the affiliation of the researchers and reference details for the publication.
September 2021 in “Medicina estética” Sabal serrulata and biomimetic peptides with microneedling reduced hair loss and improved hair thickness in men with balding.
This study found that low-intensity light therapy improved quality of life related to emotional, psychosocial, and symptom domains in individuals with androgenic alopecia, with a greater impact observed in women.
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February 2013 in “American Journal of Clinical Dermatology” This study found that people with androgenic alopecia, particularly women, are more prone to anxiety and depression, often adopting avoidant coping strategies, which are linked to emotional and psychological impacts rather than clinical severity.
October 2024 in “Skin Appendage Disorders” This study evaluated the effects of autologous micrografts for androgenetic alopecia, reporting moderate improvements in hair loss reduction and hair density among most patients after treatment, with satisfactory results noted in patient satisfaction and treatment tolerability.
February 2025 in “Brazilian Journal of Hair Health” This case study found that a multimodal treatment approach effectively improved hair density and scalp coverage in a patient with androgenetic alopecia, with no reported adverse effects.
June 2025 in “British Journal of Dermatology” This study introduces ALUDWIG, an automated tool for assessing female androgenic alopecia severity from smartphone images, which may offer a more consistent alternative to current scoring methods like the Ludwig scale.
May 2026 in “Canadian Diabetes & Endocrinology Today” This review discusses the psychosocial impact and potential endocrine implications of androgenetic alopecia, particularly noting a moderate impairment in quality of life, but it reports no new clinical results.
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June 2020 in “Dermatologic Therapy” This study reports that patients with androgenetic alopecia had lower quality of life scores across all measured domains compared to controls, with disease severity worsening the impact, particularly socially for those under 30.
January 2023 in “Editora Enterprising eBooks” This article presents a collection of interdisciplinary studies by Brazilian researchers that address various societal issues to contribute to the nation's social and scientific development; it reports no new results.
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September 2024 in “Benha Journal of Applied Sciences” This review provides an overview of androgenetic alopecia, detailing its causes, diagnostic methods, and current treatments, noting that combination therapies show promise but newer options like cell-based treatments require more research.
February 2013 in “UNESP Institutional Repository (São Paulo State University)” This review discusses the clinical, epidemiological, and pathophysiological aspects of female pattern hair loss and reports no new experimental findings.
May 2026 in “The FASEB Journal” In this integrative study, the researchers examined microRNA-mRNA networks related to androgenetic alopecia and found that miR-146b-5p may promote hair growth and improve inflammation, highlighting a potential therapeutic target for the condition.
April 2025 in “Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology” This study of patients with androgenetic alopecia in Turkey found that severe hair loss significantly impacts psychological well-being, particularly in men and those with early-onset AGA. Despite widespread social media use for hair loss information, it did not influence treatment choices or psychological distress.
June 2024 in “Skin Research and Technology” In this study, researchers observed significant differences in microbial composition between UV-induced fluorescent and non-fluorescent scalp areas in patients with androgenetic alopecia, noting a higher abundance of Cutibacterium in the fluorescent regions.
This paper reviews female androgenetic alopecia and highlights the importance of differentiating it from other hair loss conditions, noting its potential association with hyperandrogenism in premenopausal women, but reports no new results.
May 2024 in “Research Square (Research Square)” In this retrospective study from Jiangsu Province Hospital, researchers reported a high prevalence of pediatric androgenetic alopecia in patients under 18, often associated with hormonal imbalances and comorbid conditions, emphasizing the need for individualized treatment plans that prioritize addressing hormonal disorders and comorbidities.