What is androgenetic alopecia?
Androgenetic alopecia involves thinning and hair loss, and in the future - the formation of foci of baldness in characteristic areas of the scalp.
Androgenetic alopecia is the most common form of hair loss in men (affecting approximately 50%).
AGA also occurs in women over 40 years of age. It increases significantly after menopause and can affect up to 75% of women over 65 years of age.
The process develops over the years, gradually affecting an increasing number of follicles, as it becomes more pronounced with age.
If therapy is done late, hair loss can become irreversible.
Symptoms of androgenetic alopecia:
· Gradual onset
· Increased hair loss
· Transformation of large, thick, and dyed hair into short, thin, non-pigmented vellus hair
· Total alopecia, as the end result.
It is important to remember that with timely and regular treatment of androgenetic alopecia at an early stage, it's possible to fully restore and maintain the previous appearance and structure of the hair.
What is seborrhea?
Seborrhea is a type of seborrheic dermatitis characterized by overactive sebaceous glands. The development of this condition can be influenced by hormonal imbalance, thyroid and adrenal gland pathologies, and the autonomic nervous system. The secretory activity of the sebaceous glands increases with prolonged depression, emotional outbursts, and abuse of alcoholic beverages, as well as spicy, salty, smoked, sweet, and flour dishes.
With seborrhea of the scalp, the structure of the hair is disturbed. The disease is characterized by brittleness, thinning, and stiffness of the hair; the hair becomes quickly contaminated. A characteristic sign of seborrheic dermatitis is also the appearance of dandruff. The oily hair type results in yellowish large scales, greasy to the touch, which easily stick together.