Dr Selina Ahmed provides an introduction to treatment approaches for AGA in men, focusing on regenerative methods
Hair loss can have a considerable psychological impact, even in otherwise healthy individuals. In men, androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is the most common cause of hair loss.1,2 It often begins with thinning at the temples and vertex and progresses gradually. While pharmacological options such as minoxidil and finasteride remain widely used, many patients are reluctant to commit to long-term daily medications or are concerned about potential side effects. In recent years, an increasing number of men have pursued hair transplant procedures abroad, often drawn by lower costs and aggressive marketing. Hair transplant procedures in Asia, Australia and the Middle East has surged, with the largest group being male patients aged between 30-39 years old.3 While transplants can offer dramatic results, they are not without risk, including over harvesting of donor areas, unnatural hairlines and…
