Telogen Effluvium: Exploring the Intersection of Dermatology, Psychology, and Public Health

    August 2024 in “ International Journal of Health Science ”
    Osmar da Cruz Catharin, Jaqueline Giselle Farias Fernandes, Sara Mendonça Chahla, Giovana Pivelli Usberco, Luís Santos, Kácio da Silva Mourão, Patricia Mae G. Santos, Italo Fornazari, Leonardo Cortes de Aguiar Franco, Lucas Alceu Rodrigues de Lima, Laura Eloi Lelis, M. V. C. De Silva, Mauricio Lopes da Silva Netto
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    TLDR Telogen Effluvium (TE) significantly affects women due to stress and hormonal changes, requiring better public health policies and mental health support.
    Telogen Effluvium (TE) is a common non-scarring hair loss condition that significantly impacts individuals, particularly women, due to its psychological and social implications. This narrative review highlights that TE is often triggered by stressors, hormonal changes, and systemic illnesses, with a higher prevalence in women undergoing hormonal changes like pregnancy and menopause. The psychological impact includes anxiety, depression, and reduced quality of life. Economic barriers, especially in Brazil, limit access to effective treatments, exacerbating the condition. Diagnostic challenges and disparities in treatment access are notable, with urban areas offering better care than rural ones. The Brazilian public health system (SUS) is crucial but often underresourced. Improving TE management requires a multidisciplinary approach, enhanced public health policies, and better mental health support to improve the quality of life for those affected.
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