Comparison Between Efficacy of Topical Sildenafil 2% and Topical Minoxidil 5% in Treatment of Androgenic Alopecia

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Category Primary study
Registry of Trialsclinicaltrials.gov
Year 2022
Androgenetic alopecia (AGA) is hair loss with specific clinical pattern, It Is characterized by follicular miniaturization, which occurs due to systemic androgens and genetic factors. Prevalence differs according to ethnic groups. It is more common and more severe in white men than in Asian and black men. The incidence increases with age. According to Hamilton\'s study, the prevalence is 30% in men at the age of 30, and 50% in the age of 50. Generally, the age of onset is the 3rd and 4th decade.
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First added on: May 13, 2024