What is insulin resistance?
Insulin resistance occurs when the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to elevated blood glucose and hormonal imbalances. It is commonly associated with PCOS in women.
Insulin resistance can contribute to hair thinning by increasing androgen levels, which negatively affect follicular activity and accelerate miniaturization of hair follicles.
Red light therapy does not treat insulin resistance directly, but it can support healthier follicle function and potentially mitigate androgen-driven thinning when used alongside medical or dietary interventions.
Related terms
Crown Thinning
Clinical Applications
Crown thinning refers to hair loss that occurs at the top rear portion of the scalp, often an early indicator of male pattern baldness.
Alopecia Areata
Clinical Applications
Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disorder that causes patchy hair loss when the immune system mistakenly attacks hair follicles.
Microneedling
Clinical Applications
Microneedling is a technique that creates micro-injuries in the skin to stimulate healing.
Balding Pattern
Clinical Applications
A balding pattern refers to the typical progression of hair loss, often influenced by genetics and commonly classified using scales like the Norwood-Hamilton or Ludwig scales.
