Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common patterned hair
Find out when to see a GP and what treatments are available
Androgenetic alopecia can usually be diagnosed by examining the scalp
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Topical minoxidil and oral 5-alpha reductase inhibitors remain mainstays of treatment
Oral minoxidil (OM) has been suggested by dermatologists as a potential remedy; however, its effectiveness remains unclear
Photographs were assessed in 2561 men who completed the 42-month study
INTRODUCTION
Low-dose oral minoxidil has made its clinical debut, while data on spironolactone, finasteride, and nutritional supplements have advanced
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Topical 5% minoxidil is a Food and Drug Administration (FDA)–approved treatment for androgenetic alopecia (AGA), with a variable response rate
AGA presents itself in a characteristic distribution unique to both sexes
4% of patients demonstrating objective clinical improvement
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Androgenetic alopecia, or male pattern hair loss, is a hair loss disorder mediated by dihydrotestosterone, the potent form of testosterone
Minoxidil, commonly known as Rogaine, is a topical treatment that’s easy to apply and can be easily purchased over the counter