Asymmetry of the Receding Hairline in Men With Early Androgenetic Alopecia

2016 ◽  
Vol 20 (6) ◽  
pp. 546-549
Author(s):  
Reza Pashmineh Azar ◽  
Alexander Horst Thomas ◽  
Marcus Maurer ◽  
Gerd Lindner
Keyword(s):  
Hair Loss ◽  
Classification System ◽  
Quantitative Methods ◽  
Frontal Region ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Hair Transplantation ◽  
Technical Improvement ◽  
Quick Assessment ◽  
Male Pattern

Background: The Norwood classification system is commonly used to ascertain the progress of androgenetic alopecia (AGA) with a robust and quick assessment, but it lacks precision in the frontal region, notably during the onset of male pattern hair loss. Objective: Due to the ongoing technical improvement in restorative hair transplantation practices, we aim to develop simple quantitative methods for measuring the progression of AGA. Methods: Here, we used a quantitative system to evaluate the progress of AGA of the frontal receding hairline in a case study with 41 patients. Results: We found subtle differences in the extent of frontotemporal regressions that were not captured by the Norwood classification system. The majority of patients exhibited significantly larger right-sided frontotemporal regressions. Conclusion: These results indicate that the quantification system used is a valuable tool in complementing the Norwood classification system to more precisely determine the recessing hairline characteristics in early stages of hair loss. Our findings also suggest that hairline regression in AGA-affected patients is asymmetrical, a hitherto unnoticed disorder-associated phenomenon with unknown biological causality.

scholarly journals Hair transplantation in androgenetic alopecia

2021 ◽  
Vol 1 ◽  
pp. 20
Author(s):  
Kavish Chouhan ◽  
Gillian Roga
Keyword(s):  
Medical Therapy ◽  
Hair Loss ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Hair Transplantation ◽  
Common Cause ◽  
The Past ◽  
Scarring Alopecia ◽  
Male Pattern

Androgenetic alopecia is the most common cause of non-scarring alopecia in men. Even though the past couple of years have seen significant advancements in the management of patterned hair loss. Medical therapy as a standalone treatment remains unsatisfactory and surgical restoration of hair has found to be extremely gratifying as far as male pattern hair loss is concerned. In this article, we will review the latest developments in the field of hair transplantation undertaken in androgenetic alopecia.

Application and Approach to Hair Transplantation in Females

1997 ◽  
Vol 14 (2) ◽  
pp. 137-141
Author(s):  
Paul C. Cotterill
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Option ◽  
Hair Loss ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Hair Transplantation ◽  
New Techniques ◽  
Inflammatory Dermatosis ◽  
Viable Treatment

Hair transplantation for females has become a much more viable treatment option because of recent improvements in technique employing micrografts and minigrafts as well as multiple-strip donor harvesting. The author describes how these new techniques are applied to the various types of transplantation in women, such as for androgenetic alopecia, traction alopecia, eyebrows, inactive inflammatory dermatosis, hair loss, and postrhytidectomy scarring. “Pearls,” to emphasize the contrast in the approach to the treatment of women with that of their male counterparts and the importance of assessing for realistic expectations, are described. A review of 827 females seen in consultation over the last 10 years showed that 70% of women with androgenetic alopecia were candidates for hair transplants.

Efficacy and Tolerability of N-Acetyl-Cysteine for Treatment of The Early-onset Androgenetic Alopecia in Men

QJM ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 114 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mahira Hamdy El Sayed ◽  
Marwa Yassin Soltan ◽  
Ahmed Sadek ◽  
Mohamed Abo Shabana Hussein Mohamed
Keyword(s):  
Side Effects ◽  
Hair Loss ◽  
Early Onset ◽  
University Hospital ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Terminal Hair ◽  
Reactive Oxygen Species Scavenger ◽  
Male Pattern

Abstract Background Androgenetic alopecia (AGA), the most common form of hair loss in men, involves the progressive loss of visible pigmented terminal hair on the scalp in response to circulating androgens. AGA is an autosomal disorder which begins in puberty in genetically predisposed individuals. Aim of the Work To study the effectiveness and safety of the reactive oxygen species scavenger Nacetyl-cysteine (NAC) as a single therapy and in combination with the topically applied minoxidil for treatment of the early-onset androgenetic alopecia in men. Patients and Methods The present study included 100 patients with male pattern hair loss whose age ranged from 18 to 30 years old, recruited from dermatology clinics in Ain Shams University Hospital and Kafr El Sheik University Hospital. Results Overall, all treatments could improve significantly some of the trichoscopic parameters as compared to the control group who did not receive any treatment. The number of terminal hair count increased and the vellus hair count decreased in response to either of treatments; minoxidil, NAC, or both as compared to control. These changes were noticed at both the vertex and frontotemporal sites. The treatment was generally tolerable and the side effects encountered did not necessitate stoppage of the treatment course. Conclusion On the basis of the findings of current study we can conclude that, the role of trichoscopy in increasing the accuracy for diagnosing hair disorders as well as to detect response or failure to treatment, N-acetylcysteine (NAC) improved significantly most of the trichoscopic features of AGA and it was was generally tolerable and the side effects encountered did not necessitate stoppage of the treatment course.

scholarly journals Is Every Patient of Hair Loss a Candidate for Hair Transplant?—Deciding Surgical Candidacy in Pattern Hair Loss

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert H. True
Keyword(s):  
Hair Loss ◽  
Body Dysmorphic Disorder ◽  
Young Patients ◽  
Androgenic Alopecia ◽  
Hair Transplantation ◽  
Detailed History ◽  
Hair Transplant ◽  
Female Pattern Hair Loss ◽  
Unrealistic Expectations ◽  
Male Pattern

AbstractPatterned hair loss which includes both male pattern hair loss (MPHL) or androgenic alopecia (AGA) and female pattern hair loss (FPHL) is the most common indication for hair transplant surgery. However, not all such patients are candidates for hair transplants. There are eight conditions that cause patients to not be appropriate candidates. These are: diffuse unpatterned alopecia (DUPA), cicatricial alopecia (CA), patients with unstable hair loss, patients with insufficient hair loss, very young patients, patients with unrealistic expectations, patients with psychologic disorders such as body dysmorphic disorder (BDD) and trichotillomania, and patients who are medically unfit. In addition, there are patients who are poor candidates and who should undergo hair transplantation only if they understand and accept limited results. The key to identifying these patients involves performing careful and detailed history and examination at the time of consultation.

Validation of scalp coverage scoring methods for scalp hair loss in male pattern hair loss (androgenetic alopecia)

2006 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 89-93 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Van Neste ◽  
E. Sandraps ◽  
D. Herbaut ◽  
P. Lelubre ◽  
T. Leroy
Keyword(s):  
Hair Loss ◽  
Scalp Hair ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Scoring Methods ◽  
Male Pattern

scholarly journals Update Treatment of Male Androgenetic Alopecia

2021 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 63
Author(s):  
Damai Trilisnawati ◽  
Sarah Diba ◽  
Yuli Kurniawati ◽  
Suroso Adi Nugroho ◽  
Rusmawardiana Rusmawardiana ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hair Loss ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Clinical Documentation ◽  
Prostaglandin Analog ◽  
Hair Transplantation ◽  
Hormonal Factors ◽  
European Consensus ◽  
Topical Minoxidil

Background: Male androgenetic alopecia (MAGA), also known as androgenetic alopecia, is the most common hair loss in males who have a genetic predisposition. The pattern of baldness in MAGA starts from the frontal area in a triangular pattern, followed by progressive thinning of the vertex until baldness occurs. Generally, the diagnosis of MAGA is established by clinical examination. FDA has approved a combination of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for MAGA treatment. Currently, there is another treatment option like dutasteride, a prostaglandin analog, ketoconazole, and co-adjuvant therapy like laser therapy, hair transplantation, and so on. Purpose: To provide an updated treatment for MAGA. Review: Etiopathogenesis of MAGA is influenced by genetic susceptibility and hormonal factors. The European Consensus Group set the evaluation diagnosis of MAGA to include a historyof hair fall, physical examination, hair examination, supporting examination, and clinical documentation. There are therapeutic options for MAGA, including antiandrogen therapies, androgen-independent therapies, and co-adjuvant therapies. The FDA has approved a combination of topical minoxidil and oral finasteride for MAGA treatment. MAGA may affect patients’ quality of life and self-esteem. In general, patients expect higher. Conclusion: MAGA is the most common progressive hair loss in males. The MAGA therapy is expected to achieve cosmetically significant regrowth and to slow additional hair loss.

scholarly journals The potential of androgenic alopecia management from plant derivatives

Food Research ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (S2) ◽  
pp. 1-13
Author(s):  
N.M. Noor ◽  
N.Z. Nazri ◽  
N.A. Mohamad-Salam ◽  
Z.I. Abdul-Rasid ◽  
R. Hasham ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Hair Loss ◽  
Hair Growth ◽  
Self Esteem ◽  
Androgenetic Alopecia ◽  
Depression And Anxiety ◽  
Androgenic Alopecia ◽  
Growth Cycles ◽  
Male Pattern Baldness ◽  
Male Pattern

Hair loss or alopecia is a common dermatological issue that can affect millions of human population of all ages and both gender, male and female. Frequently, alopecia has been found to be associated with significant adverse effects or reduction of psychological and self-esteem. Consequently, this may lead to psychological problems such as depression and anxiety, thus it may negatively impact the quality of life as well. There are several types of hair loss including androgenetic alopecia (AGA), alopecia areata (AA), alopecia totalis (AT), Alopecia Universalis (AU), cicatricial alopecia (CA), senescent alopecia (SA), traction alopecia (TA) and telogen effluvium. However, this review will focus on the androgenic alopecia only. Androgenic alopecia (AGA) also known as male pattern baldness is referred to as hair loss that often occurs in men after puberty caused by the androgen. In addition, this review will discuss on the hair growth cycles and their mechanism on the androgenic alopecia and lastly the management of androgenic alopecia using plant derivatives and methods used in order to prolong the efficacy of androgenetic alopecia treatment.

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