Hair Loss: A Deep Dive from Hair Follicle to Systemic Diseases

Hair loss, a pervasive issue affecting millions, transcends aesthetic concerns, often serving as a harbinger of underlying health conditions. This comprehensive review delves into the intricate mechanisms underlying hair loss, examining factors such as hair follicle physiology, growth cycles, endocrinological influences, nutritional deficiencies, drug-induced effects, and systemic diseases.

The Hair Follicle: The Root of Hair Growth

The hair follicle, an appendage of the skin, is the site of hair growth. Each follicle possesses a complex structure encompassing the bulb, root sheath, and papilla. The bulb serves as the growth center for the hair, while the papilla, enriched with blood vessels and nerves, provides essential nutrients and signals for hair growth.

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Hair Growth Cycle: Hair does not grow continuously but undergoes a cyclic process involving anagen (growth), catagen (regression), and telogen (resting) phases. During the anagen phase, hair grows rapidly, followed by catagen, where growth ceases and the hair follicle shrinks. The telogen phase marks the shedding of the hair.

Hair Follicle Microenvironment: The microenvironment surrounding the hair follicle plays a crucial role in hair growth. Factors such as the activity of hair follicle stem cells, growth factor expression, and inflammatory responses can significantly influence hair growth. Any disruption to this microenvironment can lead to hair loss.

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Endocrine Factors and Hair Loss

The endocrine system plays a pivotal role in regulating hair growth.

Androgenic alopecia: The most common type of hair loss, associated with elevated androgen levels (e.g., testosterone) or increased sensitivity of hair follicles to androgens. Androgens bind to receptors in the hair follicle, causing it to miniaturize and eventually leading to hair loss.

Thyroid disorders: Both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism can lead to hair loss.

Polycystic ovary syndrome: This endocrine disorder, often accompanied by elevated androgen levels, can cause female pattern hair loss.

Other endocrine diseases: Conditions like Cushing’s syndrome and growth hormone deficiency can also contribute to hair loss.

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