Can SSRIs trigger your AGA genes?

February 13, 2023
Asked By:stillwater97

My doctors nurse told me that SSRIs can trigger the male pattern baldness genes. Can they trigger your AGA genes? Is that true?. And can SSRI cause a receding hairline? I know it can trigger TE but it's rare. Can TE cause a receding hairline? I was on Prozac in 2014 when I was 17 and that's when my male baldness begin so I've been terrified to get on an SSRI again. Please answer all the questions. Thank you.

Answers (2)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
MOST RECENT
December 3, 2024

Answer: Can SSRIs trigger your AGA genes?

Marco Barusco, MDBoard Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
MOST RECENT
December 3, 2024

Answer: Can SSRIs trigger your AGA genes?

Marco Barusco, MDBoard Certified Hair Restoration Surgeon
June 8, 2023

Answer: It may - indirectly.

Sanusi Umar, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 8, 2023

Answer: It may - indirectly.

Sanusi Umar, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

Recommended reading

Hair Loss Treatment

Everything you need to know about Hair Loss Treatment

  • 98% worth it
  • 150.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $2,215
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT

Recommended reading

Hair Loss Treatment

Everything you need to know about Hair Loss Treatment

  • 98% worth it
  • 150.0k reviews
  • Avg cost: $2,215
Learn More
ADVERTISEMENT