What is androgenetic alopecia (AGA)?
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is a common hereditary form of hair loss characterized by gradual thinning of scalp hair.
AGA involves progressive hair follicle miniaturization, where follicles shrink and produce finer hairs over time. Hormonal influences like dihydrotestosterone (DHT) play a significant role in this condition.
Red light therapy has emerged as a non-invasive intervention for AGA, offering a way to energize shrinking follicles, extend the anagen phase, and potentially reverse follicular decline.
Related terms
Folliculitis
Clinical Applications
Folliculitis is the inflammation or infection of hair follicles, typically caused by bacteria, fungi, or physical irritation.
Corticosteroids
Clinical Applications
Corticosteroids are a class of anti-inflammatory medications used to suppress immune activity in conditions such as alopecia areata and other autoimmune-related hair loss.
Insulin Resistance
Clinical Applications
Insulin resistance occurs when the body’s cells become less responsive to insulin.
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.
