Postpartum hair loss is associated with anxiety

October 2024 in “ Journal of obstetrics and gynaecology research ”

Asuka Hirose, Masakazu Terauchi, Tamami Odai, Ayako Fudono, Kotoi Tsurane, Masaki Sekiguchi, Misako Iwata, Tatsuhiko Anzai, Kunihiko Takahashi, Naoyuki Miyasaka

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The study found that increased postpartum hair loss is independently linked to higher levels of postpartum anxiety, as measured by the Generalized Anxiety Disorder 2-item scale. This suggests that women experiencing significant hair loss after childbirth may be more prone to anxiety, highlighting the importance of addressing both physical and mental health in postpartum care.

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