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Mona Lisa's Hair Loss: Alopecia Expert's Theory
22 Oct
Summary
- Expert suggests Mona Lisa may have had alopecia, citing hair loss.
- The portrait's subject may have suffered stress and hormonal changes.
- Previous theories pointed to thyroid issues or weight problems.
A leading dermatologist has proposed a new theory regarding the Mona Lisa's appearance, suggesting the subject may have suffered from alopecia. Dr. Luigi Laino, from the Institute of Dermatology and Trichology in Rome, analyzed the portrait and noted the subject's lack of eyebrows and eyelashes, along with a receding hairline. These observations, he claims, are indicative of early-stage alopecia, an autoimmune disease that affects hair follicles.
Dr. Laino posits that the stress and hormonal changes experienced by Lisa Gherardini, the presumed subject of the painting, could have contributed to her condition. Historical context reveals she was married at 15, lost two children, and lived during a period of plague threat, all potential triggers for stress. This new theory adds to previous medical speculations about the Mona Lisa, which have included thyroid problems and weight issues.
