TLDR Telogen effluvium is a type of hair loss that happens when stress or illness causes many hairs to enter the resting phase and fall out.
Telogen effluvium (TE) is a condition characterized by diffuse cyclic hair loss, primarily observed in women. This condition is triggered when systemic stresses, diseases, or physiological situations cause a significant number of scalp hairs to prematurely enter the resting phase, leading to hair loss.
Topical minoxidil helps treat hair loss in teens, but more research needed for safe options.
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June 2019 in “International Journal of Cosmetic Science” Some plant-based chemicals may help with hair growth, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness.
September 2025 in “PubMed” Mechanical stimulation and new therapies show promise for hair regrowth.
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January 2015 in “Current problems in dermatology” The document concludes that accurate diagnosis of hair loss in children is crucial due to limited treatment options and the condition's psychological impact.
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November 2005 in “Journal of Medical Primatology” Alopecia in captive rhesus macaques is affected by season, sex, age, housing, and stress, with complex links between stress hormones and hair loss.
