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Does PCOS hair loss differ from AGA?

Or is it the same thing? My dermatologist said my hair loss is fully reversible by lowering testosterone and insulin levels. She said women with AGA will have to be on topical and oral treatments for life?

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Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
Dr. Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD
Certified Dermatologist
Answered on Jan 5, 2022
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