The Menopausal Transition: Is the Hair Follicle Going Through Menopause?

    November 2023 in “ Biomedicines
    Fabio Rinaldi, Anna Trink, Giorgia Mondadori, Giammaria Giuliani, Daniela Pinto
    TLDR Menopause can cause hair thinning and texture changes due to hormonal and metabolic shifts.
    The article investigates the relationship between menopause and changes in the hair follicle (HF) lifecycle, highlighting the impact of hormonal and metabolic dynamics. It notes that hormonal fluctuations, particularly a decrease in estrogen levels, during menopause can lead to hair thinning, loss of volume, and texture changes. However, the extent of these changes varies among women due to genetic factors, stress, diet, and other influences. The article also emphasizes the role of energy metabolism and blood flow in the HF lifecycle and introduces the concept of a "menopause" specific to HF metabolism, influenced by individual factors such as estrogen receptor responses, genetics, and microbiota.
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