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Pattern Hair Loss

Meaning

Pattern hair loss, clinically termed androgenetic alopecia, is a common, genetically predisposed form of progressive hair thinning that follows a characteristic distribution on the scalp in both men and women. In men, it typically presents as a receding hairline and thinning crown, while in women, it is often diffuse thinning over the top of the scalp. This condition is fundamentally an endocrine-mediated process that affects the hair follicle growth cycle. Understanding the hormonal component is essential for effective clinical management.