TLDR A female runner's hair loss was caused by stress from surgery and recovery, but her hair returned to normal in 5 months.
The document detailed a case where a 22-year-old female collegiate distance runner developed acute telogen effluvium, a type of hair loss, after undergoing orthopedic surgery to repair her lateral ankle ligaments. She was under considerable stress from her desire to return to competitive running, a restrictive diet, and high academic and personal demands. Despite a family history of hyperthyroidism, her blood tests showed no abnormalities. The hair loss was attributed to the physical and emotional stress associated with her surgery and recovery period. Fortunately, her hair density returned to normal within 5 months, allowing her to continue competing at a high level. This case underscores the potential for young athletes to experience telogen effluvium due to physiological stressors, and the importance of recognizing and addressing it promptly.
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