what would cause the loss of hair
Hormones help regulate hair growth - so hormonal disorders of one form or another are a relatively common cause of hair loss, including loss of body hair. Hypothyroidism - a condition where the thyroid hormone in the body is low - can cause general body hair loss.
Some people tend to naturally shed hair in the spring and fall; others in the summer and winter. But diffuse hair lossânoticeable hair loss on your body and your head can indicate an iron deficiency or an underactive thyroid. Vegetarians and women with heavy periods can experiences this type of hair loss.