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Can other factors besides AGA cause miniaturization? Sluggish thyroid/low ferritin - can either cause it, too? Is it reversible?

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HPI: 49 y/o F (not menopausal), dx Androgenetic Alopecia, accelerated by suspected episode of TE (no abnormal shedding ever, that I'm aware of). Exam: density WNL (240), diameter low at 47. Thinning started at temples/crown, progressed to whole head in 4 months. Stressors: TBI, divorce, lost house, moved, etc. Hair still looks great, reluctant to start meds that might make it worse. Recently Rx'd propecia, PO/TD minoxidil. Haven't started any yet. Tempted to just watch for now. Thanks! : )

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Dr. William Rassman, MD (retired)
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