What is ‘Androgenic Alopecia’ [AGA]?
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Androgenic alopecia is the most common type of hair loss, prevalent in men and women with increasing age.
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It begins with bitemporal receding of the hairline in men and involves the vertex area and is seen in the frontal scalp in women.
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It is an autosomal dominant condition.
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It occurs due to alterations in hair cycle reduced anagen phase and increased telogen phase
TREATMENT OPTIONS
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There are a variety of treatment options available and recommended according to efficacy, side effect profiles, ease of use, and cost.
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Treatment options available for AGA include minoxidil, finasteride, low-level light therapy, hormonal treatments, nutraceuticals, PRP, hair transplants, etc.
Let’s know about ‘Minoxidil’ a topical therapy for AGA
MINOXIDIL
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Discovery :originally was used for vascular hypertension, with side effect of hypertrichosis [increased hair growth]
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Use :it helps with mild to moderate hair loss
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helps regrow hair at vertex and frontal regions of scalp
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Availability:It is available in different concentrations 2%, 5%, and 6-7% in solution and foam types.
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2% is usually considered safer than 5%
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To get results, it should be applied once or twice daily
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significant hair growth can be seen in 4-8 months
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side effects of minoxidil contact dermatitis, pruritus, facial hypertrichosis
Hair loss is a growing concern among men and women that affects self-confidence and causes emotional distress.
Today, various treatment options are available to promote hair regrowth that can be used based on your ease and affordability.
What do you think is the best treatment for hair loss?
MBH/AB