Androgenetic alopecia is related to factors such as heredity and poor lifestyle habits, and can be improved through the use of topical medications, oral medications, and lifestyle modifications.
1. Topical drugs: such as minoxidil. Minoxidil tincture as a potassium channel opener, can dilate small arteries, when its topical use can be used to treat androgenetic alopecia, used 1~2 times a day, about 1 ml at a time, clinically can be effectively observed to stimulate hair growth. Adverse reactions: It can lead to exuberant growth of body hair, etc. Contraindication: It is contraindicated for those who are allergic to the drug.
2. Oral drugs: e.g. Finasteride. Finasteride, as a 5α reductase inhibitor, can specifically inhibit the reduction of testosterone, and act to the scalp hair follicles, can inhibit the attack of the hormone on the hair follicles, thus restoring the activity of the hair follicles and promoting hair growth. Adverse reactions:Occasionally, such as decreased libido. Contraindication:It is forbidden to use for those who are allergic to the drug.
3.Life regulation:Attention should be paid to avoid staying up late at night and excessive mental stress. Use the right shampoo to avoid stimulating the hair and scalp.
If the patient suffers from androgenetic alopecia and the symptoms persist or aggravate, it is recommended to go to the hospital in a timely manner and use reasonable medication under the guidance of the doctor.