Telogen effluvium is a condition that can cause thinning hair on the scalp. It occurs when the hair follicles go into a resting phase and stop growing new hair. When the follicles restart the growth cycle, they may produce thinner and shorter hairs. Telogen effluvium is usually a temporary condition that resolves on its own. However, it may be a sign of an underlying medical condition, such as an autoimmune disorder or thyroid disease. If you’re concerned about thinning hair, see your doctor for a diagnosis.
Consider Medication – If you have chronic telogen effluvium, medication may be required in some cases. According to a 2020 review published in the journal Cureus, the medication choice will be determined by the underlying cause of the disease.
How Do I Know If I Have Telogen Effluvium?
A significant amount of hair loss is common during a telogen effluvium condition. According to an article published in 2019 by Harvard Health Publishing, people with telogen effluvium may lose an average of 300 hairs per day, not 100.
Anogen effluvium is a temporary hair loss condition that can cause hair loss in different parts of the scalp on a regular basis. This condition can be caused by an increase in the number of hair follicles when they are resting, resulting in hair loss. After three to six months of shedding, your top hairpiece should show signs of regrowth. In the telogen effluvium phase, it is most likely that your hair loss has ended and that you are experiencing regrowth. If you do not regrow your hair, your hair loss may be severe, and you may need to consult a hair loss specialist.
Is Telogen Effluvium Making You Shed?
If you suspect you have telogen effluvium, you should consult with your doctor. Blood tests are usually the only way to determine what is causing hair loss and whether or not there is a second cause. Keep up your regular hair-washing and brushing routine until the situation is resolved. If you notice any unexplained shedding, consult with your doctor.
What Triggers Telogen Effluvium?
There are a variety of things that can trigger telogen effluvium, including:
– Severe physical stress (e.g. childbirth, surgery, severe illness)
– Emotional stress (e.g. bereavement, major life changes)
– Crash dieting
– Hormonal changes (e.g. thyroid problems, menopause)
– Medications (e.g. beta blockers, antidepressant)
In telogen effluvium, hair follicles are shifted from the growth (anagen) phase into the resting (telogen) phase. This can be caused by any type of stressor that disrupts the normal hair growth cycle. Once the stressor is removed, the hair follicles will usually return to the anagen phase and hair loss will stop.
Telogen Effluvium Treatment
Minoxidil, which is available at the pharmacy, may be an effective way to treat your hair loss if other treatments have not worked. According to Linkov, topical minoxidil can be beneficial for patients who are suffering from hair loss or chronic telogen effluvium.
Chronic Telogen Effluvium: A Cause Of Sudden, Diffuse Hair Loss
A condition known as telogen effluvium causes a sudden and diffuse loss of hair. Chronic hair loss, such as due to stress, illness, or changes in hormone levels, is the most common cause. In addition to sudden, acute hair loss, such as after a hair cut, a hair loss condition known as telogen effluvium can occur. According to Chacon, regrowth after chronic telogen effluvium can be reversed by identifying and removing the triggers that cause it. Regrowing is frequently visible within six months of identifying and resolving the underlying cause of telogen effluvium. Although telogen effluvium typically only causes temporary hair loss, in some cases, the hair can remain out for an extended period of time if the cause of the telogen effium is not resolved. Chronic telogen effluvium, which causes hair loss for an extended period of time after the initial triggering event, is a common cause of this condition. In these cases, hair restoration surgery may be required to remove the affected hair and restore it to its original state of health.
Telogen Effluvium Shampoo
There are many products on the market that claim to be effective in treating telogen effluvium, a condition characterized by thinning hair. One such product is telogen effluvium shampoo. While there is no scientific evidence to support the claims made by manufacturers of this type of shampoo, some people report experiencing positive results after using it. If you are considering trying telogen effluvium shampoo, be sure to speak with your doctor first to ensure that it is safe for you to use.
Should I Wash My Hair Less With Telogen Effluvium?
Because of the acute immunodeficiency of the scalp, patients frequently reduce the washing regiment in order to prevent hair loss. If you do not wash your hair thoroughly, your chances of losing hair increase. You usually need to get rid of hair as quickly as possible in order to get back to normal.
Telogen Effluvium: Don’t Waste Your Time Drinking Wate
Drinking water has no effect on telogen effluvium. There is evidence to suggest that dehydration is a direct contributor to a number of common types of hair loss, including alopecia areata, telogen effluvium, fungal infections, and alopecia areata. Water is not required for hair to stay in telogen effluvium; rather, water is required for the hair to remain in the telogen phase. If the hair is left in telogen effluvium for 6 months, it can remain in the follicle for up to 12 months in chronic telogen effluvium.
I’m Dr Justin Boey, an Aesthetic Doctor in Singapore. I believe in open sharing of knowledge and skills to patients, blog readers and fellow doctors alike.
