Expert Consensus on the Management of Telogen Effluvium in India

January 2019 in “ International Journal of Trichology ”

Venkataram Mysore, Anchala Parthasaradhi, R. D. Kharkar, AK Ghoshal, Anil Ganjoo, G Ravichandran, Abir Saraswat, Yogesh Shah, Mohan Singh, TJ Remadevi, Prachi Matte

telogen effluvium minoxidil platelet-rich plasma biotin amino acids zinc calcium iron copper selenium folic acid stress management yoga meditation mild shampoos TE PRP

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Minoxidil →

An essential vasodilator with some anti-androgenic effects

Platelet-Rich Plasma →

growth factors taken from your blood and injected into your scalp to stimulate hair

Biotin →

supplement to help with hair texture and quality

Studysummary This consensus paper reviews expert opinions on treating telogen effluvium but reports no new clinical findings.

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In 2018, a panel of 120 dermatologists across 11 Indian cities developed a consensus on the management of telogen effluvium (TE), a common hair loss condition. The experts recommended a multi-faceted approach, including dietary modifications, stress management, and the use of specific hair care products. They emphasized the importance of a balanced diet rich in iron, proteins, and vitamins, and the use of mild shampoos. Stress management techniques such as yoga and meditation were also suggested. The panel also discussed the role of minoxidil in the management of chronic TE, but not for acute TE. Nutritional supplements, including amino acids, zinc, calcium, iron, copper, selenium, and folic acid, were considered important, especially in cases of nutritional deficiency. Biotin supplementation was deemed useful at recommended dietary allowance (RDA) limits of 30 μg. Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy was not recommended for acute TE, but could be useful in chronic TE. The panel emphasized the importance of patient counseling to reduce noncompliance with treatment, and suggested that results may take 3-4 months to appear.

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