Male pattern baldness (AGA) treatment
- Oral
medications Oral medications are drugs used to slow the progression of AGA and work inside the body.
Finasteride
Effect: Suppresses hair loss by reducing the production of the male hormone dihydrotestosterone (DHT).
Usage: Usually taken once daily.
Side effects: Decreased libido, erectile dysfunction, and decreased semen volume have been reported, but do not occur in all individuals. Dutasteride
Effect: Inhibits DHT production similarly to finasteride, but may have a broader range of effects. Usage: usually taken once a day. Side effects: May have side effects similar to those of finasteride.
Minoxidil (oral)
Benefits: Taken orally, it improves blood flow systemically and promotes hair growth. May act more broadly than topical agents.
Directions for use: Usually taken once or twice daily. It is important to follow your doctor’s instructions.
Side effects: Headache, dizziness, weight gain, and edema (swelling) have been reported.
- Topical
Topical medications work by being applied directly to the scalp.
Minoxidil (topical)
Effect: Improves blood flow and stimulates hair follicles to promote hair growth.
Usage: Usually applied directly to the scalp twice daily.
Side effects: Itchy, dry, flushed scalp may occur.
Rogaine
Effect: Products containing minoxidil promote hair growth.
Directions: As with minoxidil, apply to scalp twice daily.
Side effects: As with minoxidil, scalp discomfort has been reported.
- Regenerative MedicineRegenerative
medicine is a method of treating hair loss that harnesses the body’s natural ability to regenerate.
PRP therapy (platelet-rich plasma therapy)
Effect: Ingredients extracted from one’s own blood are injected into the scalp to promote hair growth.
Usage: Multiple treatments every few months may be recommended.
Side effects: Pain, swelling, and redness at the injection site may occur.
Hair Transplant Surgery
Effect: Healthy hair follicles are transplanted from the back of the head and other parts of the body to grow new hair in the area of hair loss.
Usage: Surgical procedure with a recovery period.
Side effects: There is a risk of post-operative pain, swelling, and infection.
- Lifestyle
Lifestyle guidance is a way to slow the progression of alopecia by improving lifestyle and diet.
Healthy Eating
Description: Eat a well-balanced diet, especially rich in foods containing vitamins and minerals. Iron, zinc, and vitamin D are good for hair health.
Stress Management
Description: Stress can exacerbate the progression of alopecia. It is important to manage stress through relaxation and hobby activities.
Recreational Activities
Description: Regular exercise improves blood flow and supports overall health. This may indirectly preserve hair health as well.
Quitting Smoking
Summary: Smoking can worsen blood flow and may affect hair health. Quitting smoking improves health and may improve hair condition.
