TLDR Telogen effluvium is a type of hair loss where more hair than normal falls out after stress or illness.
Telogen effluvium (TE) is a common hair loss condition, particularly in women, characterized by the abrupt shedding of hair due to an early, synchronous entry of more than 20% of hair follicles into the telogen phase. This premature entry into the telogen phase results in hair shedding 2-3 months after the triggering event. Various factors can cause TE, including fever, childbirth, crash diets, thyroid dysfunction, iron deficiency, prolonged anesthesia, chronic illness, and psychological stress or trauma.
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June 2009 in “Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine” To manage diffuse hair loss, identify the cause, improve nutrition, remove triggers, and use specific treatments like minoxidil or finasteride.
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September 2013 in “Elsevier eBooks” Hair ages and thins due to factors like inflammation and stress, and treatments like antioxidants and hormones might improve hair health.
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July 2023 in “Life” COVID-19 can cause temporary hair loss, which is commonly reversible with treatment.
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April 2014 in “Medical Clinics of North America” The document concludes that quick referral and appropriate treatments are crucial for managing common skin conditions and preventing permanent damage.
March 2024 in “Buletin de psihiatrie integrativă (Print)” Hair loss from telogen effluvium can cause mental health issues and lower life quality, needing both medical and emotional support.
June 2024 in “Al- Anbar Medical Journal” Acute telogen effluvium can be resolved by addressing causes, but chronic telogen effluvium is harder to treat.
