Telogen Effluvium – Overview
Telogen effluvium is the most common cause of diffuse non-scarring alopecia. It is characterized by an abrupt onset of diffuse hair loss usually seen 2-3 months after a triggering event. It is usually self-limiting lasting for 6 months whereas in chronic telogen effluvium it persists beyond 6 months.
Telogen effluvium is a form of temporary hair loss that usually happens after stress, a shock, or a traumatic event. It usually occurs on the top of the scalp.
Telogen effluvium is a common cause of temporary hair loss. It is characterized by an abrupt onset of hair shedding usually seen several months after a triggering event.
It usually lasts for around 6 months, except for cases of chronic telogen effluvium, which last longer.
It requires medical attention to hold the disease progression and stop the hairfall.
What are the symptoms of telogen effluvium?
TE first appears as a thinning of hair on the scalp. This thinning may be limited to one area or appear all over. If it does thin in multiple places, you may find that some areas are affected more than others.
It affects the top of the scalp most often. Rarely will TE cause your hairline to recede. It’s also unlikely that you’ll lose all of your hair.
In some severe cases, TE can cause hair in other areas to fall out, like your eyebrows and pubic region.
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What causes telogen effluvium?
TE hair loss can be triggered in many different ways. These include:
Environment
Physical trauma, like being in a car crash, having blood loss, or having surgery, might trigger TE. Exposure to toxins like heavy metals may also cause this condition. This is because the “shock” of the environmental change causes your hair follicles to go into a resting state. When hair follicles are in a resting state, they don’t grow as they normally would.
Although this type of TE can occur quickly, you likely will not experience any noticeable thinning until one or two months later. If the environment is stable, your hair can quickly return to normal.
This type of TE usually clears up in less than six months. Your hair will typically return to its normal state within one year.
Hormones
Experiencing a sudden change in hormone levels can trigger TE hair loss. Similar to an environmental change, hormone fluctuation can cause hair follicles to go into a prolonged resting state. If TE occurs during pregnancy, hair growth is usually restored within six months to a year after childbirth.
Medications or medical treatment
Some antidepressants and other medications like antihypertensives and oral contraceptives, may cause hair loss. If you started a new medication before you started experiencing hair loss, it may be worth speaking to your doctor. They can assess your symptoms and recommend a different medication.
Some surgeries or vaccinations can cause a shock to your system and put the hair follicles into a resting state. Hair growth typically returns to normal within a few months.
Diet
Some researchers believe that hair loss may be the result of a vitamin or nutrient deficiency.
It’s thought that deficiencies of the following may impact hair growth:
- iron
- zinc
- vitamin B-6
- vitamin B-12
If vitamin supplements are your primary source of these nutrients, you should talk with your doctor or dietician. They can work with you to develop a healthy diet. Crash dieting should be avoided, as it has been known to cause TE.
FAQs
Does hair loss from telogen effluvium grow back?
Telogen effluvium usually starts about 3 months after the event. Hair may appear thin, but you likely won’t go completely bald. This condition is fully reversible. Once the triggering event is treated (or you recover from your illness), your hair may start growing back after 6 months.
Should I wash my hair less with telogen effluvium?
Acute Telogen Effluvium
Often patients as a result will reduce the washing regiment in the hope that this will stop the hair falling out. If you don’t wash your hair thoroughly, you will lose more hair! Often the quicker you shed hair the faster you will recover.
Does Covid cause telogen effluvium?
Fever is a common symptom of COVID-19. A few months after having a high fever or recovering from an illness, many people see noticeable hair loss. While many people think of this as hair loss, it’s actually hair shedding. The medical name for this type of hair shedding is telogen effluvium.
What is the treatment for telogen effluvium?
- Gentle handling of the hair, avoiding over-vigorous combing, brushing and any type of scalp massage.
- Treat any underlying scalp disorder or hormonal problem determined, if any.
- Ensure a nutritious diet, with plenty of protein, fruit and vegetables.
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