'Individuals who consume alcohol may have a slightly higher likelihood of experiencing AGA compared to non-drinkers,' said Professor Yun Hak Kim, who led the study.
Their analysis revealed that drinkers were 1.4 times more likely to be diagnosed with hair loss than non-drinkers.
'One hypothesis is that acetaldehyde, a byproduct of alcohol metabolism, may interfere with the scalp's immune environment-factors that could potentially contribute to AGA,' they explained in a statement.
Previous studies have highlighted a range of risks associated with drinking alcohol - both short- and long-term.
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