AGA is the most common type of diffuse thinning of the hair and balding that occurs in adult males.
Symptoms and complication
It is characterised by a receding hairline and hair loss on the top and front of the head. A similar type of hair loss in women, female pattern hair loss, results in thinning hair on the mid-frontal area of the scalp Psychological impact: hair loss can be associated with low self-esteem, depression, introversion, and feelings of unattractiveness
Causes
It is due to a combination of hormones (androgens) and a genetic predisposition
Diagnosis: Clinical
Treatment:
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Platelet rich plasma therapy
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Hair replacement / transplantation
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Cosmetics
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Micropigmentation (tattoo) to resemble shaven scalp
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Hairpieces
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Minoxidil solution
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Finasteride tablets