Androgenetic alopecia is one of the most common types of hair loss. This disease is also known as male-pattern baldness. Although it is known in this way, this type of hair loss is also observed in women.
Androgenetic alopecia in men can appear at any age after puberty. For women, it usually occurs in middle age. The causes of this disease involve genetic and hormonal factors. In this type of alopecia, hair loss is permanent. The diameter of the hair becomes smaller, shorter, and lighter in color. Afterward, the hair root is completely erased, and no hair grows in this area.
Androgenetic alopecia causes the hairline to recede in men and baldness to occur at the top of the hair. On the other hand, it only causes baldness on the top of the hair in women.
Androgenetic alopecia can only be controlled to a limited extent. Hair loss can be delayed with proper treatment. However, after your treatment is completed, you should visit your dermatologist for regular check-ups.
Minoxidil, PRP, Finasteride, and hormonal medications can be used under the control of a doctor in the treatment of androgenetic alopecia. Methods such as Mesotherapy and Laser Therapy are used in the treatment of this disease.
In addition, a hair transplant is a solution to this disease. It has been observed that very successful results have been obtained against this disease with hair transplants.