(L64) Androgenic alopecia
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Diagnosis androgenic alopecia is diagnosed Women are 30.76% more likely than Men
Men receive the diagnosis androgenic alopecia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Women receive the diagnosis androgenic alopecia
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease androgenic alopecia - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 20-24
Disease Features androgenic alopecia
Androgenic alopecia - what does this mean
What happens during the disease - androgenic alopecia
Clinical Pattern
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical Examination
- Blood Tests
- Scalp Biopsy
- Family History
- Hormone Level Tests
- Phototrichogram
Treatment and Medical Assistance
- Conducting a full medical examination to identify the underlying cause of the condition
- Prescribing medications, such as minoxidil, finasteride, or spironolactone, to reduce the production of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) and stimulate hair growth
- Using low-level laser therapy (LLLT) to stimulate hair growth
- Prescribing topical medications, such as corticosteroids, to reduce inflammation and itching
- Recommending changes in diet and lifestyle to help reduce stress and improve overall health
- Recommending hair transplantation surgery to restore lost hair
Androgenic alopecia - Prevention
Main symptoms of the disease androgenic alopecia
Hair loss
(Alopecia, Baldness, Thinning hair, Male-pattern baldness, Female-pattern baldness, Scarring alopecia, Telogen effluvium, Anagen effluvium, Traction alopecia)
Hair loss is a common symptom that can manifest in various forms. It can be temporary, such as telogen effluvium, or it can be permanent, such as androgenic alopecia. It can manifest as thinning of the hair, bald patches, or complete baldness. It can develop gradually or suddenly, depending on the u...
Brittle hair
Brittle hair is a symptom of an underlying health condition. It is characterized by dry, weak, and easily breakable hair. It may appear dull, lack shine, and be difficult to manage. It usually develops gradually, becoming more brittle and breaking off more easily over time. It can be caused by a var...
Specified forms of the disease
| (L64.0) Drug-induced androgenic alopecia |
| (L64.8) Other androgenic alopecia |
| (L64.9) Androgenic alopecia, unspecified |