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GlossaryTelogen Effluvium (telogen hair loss)

temporary hair shedding due to stress or hormonal changes

Telogen Effluvium (TE) is a condition characterized by temporary hair shedding, often triggered by stress, illness, or hormonal changes. It occurs when a significant number of hair follicles enter the telogen (resting) phase prematurely, leading to noticeable hair loss. This condition is usually reversible, with hair growth typically resuming once the underlying cause is addressed.

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community New and Interesting HairLoss Studies/Papers/Reviews

in Treatment 44 upvotes 4 years ago

Hair loss treatments discussed include Dutasteride with Ketoconazole, tissue engineering strategies, and androgenetic alopecia therapies. Massage doubles follicular retention, improving treatment effectiveness.

community My barber is seriously making me lose hope

in Minoxidil 2 years ago

This conversation is about a user struggling with hair loss who has been told by their barber that minoxidil does not work and the only solution is to accept it. Other users have encouraged them to continue using finasteride and minoxidil, as well as look for another barber, since these treatments are scientifically proven to be effective in combating hair loss.

community Long term minoxidil as a permanent solution

in Minoxidil 27 upvotes 3 years ago

A user is considering using minoxidil for hair loss and asks for advice on application and long-term effectiveness. Responses suggest minoxidil can be effective but may lose efficiency over time, and combining it with other treatments like finasteride might be more beneficial.

community Has anyone else noticed their hair getting super dry while using dutasteride?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 7 upvotes 5 months ago

A user experienced dry, brittle hair after starting dutasteride and considered switching back to finasteride. Another user advised that the dryness is temporary and shared positive results with dutasteride and oral minoxidil after several months.

community telogen effluvium hair loss. Has anyone had it and could tell me anything about it?

in Treatment 1 upvotes 4 years ago

The user experienced hair thinning from chromium and alpha lipoic acid supplements, which stopped after discontinuing them. Someone mentioned this could be telogen effluvium, a temporary condition.

community High Estrogen causing hair loss?

in Treatment 15 upvotes 1 year ago

A 24-year-old male using topical finasteride for hair loss is experiencing thinning despite treatment and has high estrogen levels. He is seeking advice on whether high estrogen could be causing hair loss and how others with high estrogen levels have addressed it.

community From a medical book – why successful treatments usually take 6-12 months to see results, and will result in initial hair loss

in Research/Science 1 year ago

The importance of patience when using treatments for hair loss, such as finasteride, minoxidil and RU58841, which can take 6-12 months to show results, sometimes causing initial hair loss. Everyone's experience is different, so it may take time to find what works best.

community Does low HGH leading to hairloss?

in Research/Science 13 upvotes 9 months ago

The user experiencing diffuse hair loss is using various treatments including RU58841, finasteride, minoxidil with tretinoin, anti-hair loss shampoo, and microneedling, and is considering adding peptides TB500, BPC157, and GHK-Cu. They have low growth hormone levels and are questioning its impact on hair loss, while another user suggests androgenic alopecia and androgens are likely the main cause of hair loss.

community Is it possible for androgenic alopecia to begin at early adolescent years?

in Chat 70 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss can begin in early adolescence and cause mental anguish. Treatments mentioned include eating cruciferous vegetables, engaging in physical activity, and maintaining scalp hygiene.

community I've had a FUE hair transplant in Turkey today. AMA.

in Transplants 15 upvotes 7 years ago

A 36-year-old male had a 3000-graft FUE hair transplant in Turkey, with 2000 grafts to the front and 1000 to the crown. Post-operation, he experienced nausea, dizziness, itching, and pain, but saw hair growth and plans to take pictures once redness subsides.

community Is it just me, or when people start having MPB symptoms, every single person you look at you start analyzing their hair? Ik it sounds weird

in Chat 168 upvotes 4 months ago

A user discusses their habit of analyzing others' hair due to their own hair thinning at 18. Another user mentions starting finasteride in 2010 and still having a full head of hair.

community What are some other causes of hair loss?

in Chat 8 upvotes 2 months ago

The conversation discusses hair loss causes beyond male pattern baldness, mentioning treatments like ketoconazole, zinc shampoo, and finasteride. Stress-related hair loss (telogen effluvium) is also suggested.

community for last post accusing me of hair transplant

in Progress Pictures 2 years ago

A user's transformation due to their efforts in fighting hair loss, which was achieved without a hair transplant; the discussion includes advice about treatments such as minoxidil and finasteride.

community TDM-105795 phase 2 results are in!

in Research/Science 28 upvotes 9 months ago

TDM-105795 showed promising hair growth results, with higher efficacy than placebo and minimal side effects. It activates dormant hair follicle stem cells and may maintain gains without immediate loss, unlike minoxidil.

community Progress August>Dec>today Fin 1mg, Topical Min

in Progress Pictures 104 upvotes 5 months ago

User shared progress pictures of hair density improvement using 1mg finasteride and topical minoxidil, but expressed concern about recent hairline miniaturization and treatment effectiveness. Another user complimented the results and inquired about initial shedding.

community What's "wrong" with oral minoxidil, exactly?

in Minoxidil 173 upvotes 1 month ago

Oral minoxidil can boost hair growth but may cause side effects like heart palpitations and increased body hair. Many prefer topical minoxidil due to fewer side effects.

community Feeling myself again after 5 months

in Progress Pictures 470 upvotes 1 year ago

A user's progress pictures which show the effects of using finasteride and minoxidil for hair growth, along with keto shampoo; other users shared their experiences with similar conditions, offering advice on treatments and encouraging the original poster to keep going.

community Connection between caffeine and hair loss?

in Product 2 months ago

Caffeine might raise stress hormones, potentially worsening hair loss. Telogen effluvium is often misattributed to minor stressors rather than significant life events.

community Hormones and hair loss (23F)

7 upvotes 8 years ago

The user is experiencing severe hair loss, possibly due to telogen effluvium, after stress, poor nutrition, and hormonal changes. They are using Nizoral and supplements but are considering hormonal treatments like spironolactone despite previous side effects.

community I don't know what happened with me sudden hair loss from 6 months i use dut ,min , vitamin all things but no response

in Progress Pictures 18 upvotes 1 year ago

The person is experiencing sudden hair loss for six months and treatments like dutasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins are not working. Another person suggests the hair loss might not be androgenetic alopecia but could be telogen effluvium or an inflammatory condition.

community Correlation between topical retinoids and diffuse hair loss

in Research/Science 7 upvotes 2 years ago

Excess Vitamin A and topical retinoids can cause diffuse hair shedding. The user suspects their chronic telogen effluvium may be linked to using adapalene, a topical retinoid.

community Daily scalp massages lead to more hair loss or not?

in Treatment 10 upvotes 1 year ago

The user applies castor oil and uses silicon scalp massagers daily, questioning if the massages cause more hair loss or if the hairs would fall out naturally. They believe the hairs are in the telogen phase and would shed regardless of the massage.

community A reminder that Telogen Effluvium could look like MPB; my progress

in Progress Pictures 32 upvotes 1 year ago

A 19-year-old male experienced significant hair loss, initially thought to be male pattern baldness (MPB), and used minoxidil and briefly finasteride. After realizing the issue was telogen effluvium (TE), he improved his diet and supplemented with vitamins, which led to substantial hair regrowth.

community Seborrheic dermatitis - can it cause long-term shedding (or telogen effluvium)?

in Advice 6 upvotes 4 years ago

A user is experiencing significant hair loss and scalp issues despite using Minoxidil, finasteride, and RU58841 since 2017. They switched to oral Minoxidil and are now on isotretinoin and topical corticosteroids for seborrheic dermatitis but continue to lose hair and seek advice on whether inflammation or treatment changes are the cause.

community 16, female, losing a ton of hair

in Female 6 upvotes 6 months ago

A 16-year-old female experiencing severe hair loss and sebum buildup, likely due to telogen effluvium and PCOS, is currently using vitamin D3 supplements, Redenser serum, and T follihair supplements. Recommendations include addressing PCOS first and consulting a doctor.

community Is 2years+ telogen effluvium possible?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 2 upvotes 4 months ago

The user has been losing hair for over two years despite taking dutasteride and RU58841, even increasing dutasteride to 2.5mg. They are questioning if their hair loss could be due to telogen effluvium instead.

community Vitamin D deficiency strongly correlates with androgenic alopecia, FMPH and telogen effluvium

in Research/Science 157 upvotes 1 month ago

Vitamin D deficiency is linked to hair loss, and supplementation with vitamin D can improve conditions like androgenic alopecia and telogen effluvium. Users discussed various dosages of vitamin D, emphasizing the importance of getting blood tests to determine the appropriate amount.

community Is this shedding or continued loss? 2 months of new dutasteride dose after two years of dutasteride

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 6 upvotes 5 months ago

A user increased their dutasteride dose to 3mg daily after two years but experienced significant hair loss. They also use RU58841 and minoxidil and are concerned about whether the loss is due to shedding or another issue like telogen effluvium.

community My Telogen Effluvium journey after a bad Keratin Treatment

in Female 6 upvotes 1 year ago

A user shared their experience with telogen effluvium triggered by a keratin treatment, leading to significant hair loss. They found improvement using aloe vera with rosemary, a protein and iron-rich diet, and patience.

community Is it safe to get keratin treatment on transplanted hair?

in Transplants 2 upvotes 3 months ago

A user with frizzy transplanted hair is considering a keratin treatment after 10 months and is concerned about its safety and potential to accelerate hair loss or cause telogen effluvium. They are seeking advice on whether it is safe to proceed with the treatment.