Hair Loss: Pathogenesis And Prevention: A Literature Review

May 2025 in “ Quality in Sport ”

Teresa Sowińska, Mikołaj Łabuda, Aleksandra Słojewska, Agata Kotkowiak, Oliwia Mentel, Adrianna Bogucka, Agnieszka Szema, Klaudia Królikowska, Jakub Sikora, Karolina Knychalska

alopecia androgens cortisol thyroid hormones hair growth cycle immune responses topical treatments

TLDR Hair loss is caused by genetics, hormones, stress, and environment, and can be managed with good nutrition, stress control, and treatments.

Hair loss, or alopecia, is influenced by genetic, hormonal, immune, and environmental factors, with significant psychosocial impacts. Disruptions in the hair growth cycle, often due to hormonal changes and stress, are central to hair loss. Androgens, cortisol, and thyroid hormones are crucial, while immune responses and environmental factors also contribute. Preventive strategies include balanced nutrition, stress management, and topical treatments. Understanding these mechanisms aids in better diagnosis and personalized treatment plans for those affected by hair loss.

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