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research Similar response patterns to topical minoxidil foam 5% in frontal and vertex scalp of men with androgenetic alopecia: a microarray analysis
Minoxidil foam 5% effectively treats hair loss in both frontal and vertex scalp regions.
research Divergent progression pathways in male androgenetic alopecia and female pattern hair loss: Trichoscopic perspectives
Men's and women's pattern hair loss progress differently, with men showing more hair thinning and women having more widespread hair loss.
research Distinctive age distribution and hair loss pattern putatively highlighting uniqueness of Japanese cases of fibrosing alopecia in a pattern distribution
Japanese cases of fibrosing alopecia show a unique age and hair loss pattern, possibly due to racial differences.
research Prevalence of fronto-vertex baldness and its association with family history of androgenetic alopecia in Korean men using basic and specific classification
Baldness is common in Korean men (60.5%), and those with a family history are 3.1 times more likely to have hairline recession.
research 564 Vertex and Occipital Intermediate and Terminal Hair Follicles from Androgenetic Alopecia Patients are Differentially Affected by Testosterone Ex Vivo
Occipital hair follicles in male pattern baldness respond uniquely to testosterone, not androgen-insensitive.
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5 / 438 resultscommunity Androgenic alopecia exclusively on the vertex of the scalp
A user experienced androgenic alopecia starting at the vertex without frontal hairline recession and is seeking information on this pattern. Another user noted that vertex or diffuse hair loss is common among men.
community What hair loss pattern is this?
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.
community LLLT seems like it's at least a solid maintenance tool. Can also provide ok regrowth in AA and MPB. - Pubmed
Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) is seen as a safe and effective method for maintaining hair and promoting regrowth in androgenetic alopecia (AGA) and male pattern baldness (MPB), with devices like the HairMax LaserComb® and iRestore helmet being popular. Some users and professionals are skeptical about its long-term effectiveness and cost.
community Microneedling-induced shedding after 5 months?
A user experienced significant hair loss after starting microneedling, despite using dutasteride and topical minoxidil. They are advised to consult a doctor as the shedding pattern is unusual and may indicate alopecia areata or other scalp conditions.
community Male pattern baldness is not cosmetic.
Male pattern baldness is linked to health risks and should be treated medically. Finasteride is effective and should be insurance-covered.