Telogen effluvium is a common type of hair loss condition that is known for excessive hair shedding. It occurs when a large number of hair follicles shift prematurely from the growing (anagen) phase into the resting (telogen) phase, leading to visible shedding. While alarming, TE is typically temporary and reversible.
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Telogen effluvium is usually triggered by a physical or emotional shock to the body. The most common causes include:
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Acute and chronic are the two know types of telogen effluvium.
Acute telogen effluvium is the type that doesn’t exceed six months in most cases, where your hair loss rapidly occurs in the space of two to three months after changes to your body or a stressful occurrence. A telogen effluvium gets resolved in most cases.
When it comes to chronic telogen effluvium it lasted more than six months. It may be visible all over the scalp without a clear picture of the cause. The shedding or hair falling at the early stage of chronic telogen effluvium may be worrysome and may not lead to baldness.
Telogen effluvium can affect both men and women, though it is more commonly seen in women due to hormonal fluctuations.
Common triggers by group:
Yes. Telogen effluvium is a treatable condition, especially when the underlying cause is identified and addressed. Once the trigger is eliminated, the shedding slows down, and new hair begins to grow within a few months.
Telogen effluvium is treated by accurately identifying and addressing the underlying cause or trigger. Once resolved, hair typically begins to regrow naturally. However, in some cases, regrowth may be slow. This is where a specialist’s expertise is essential—to create a personalized plan that supports healthy and accelerated hair regrowth.
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Unfortunately, you cannot get telogen effluvium treatment on OHIP or other provincial health plans in Canada because the treatment does not directly impact your overall health.
The short answer is yes, telogen effluvium can be prevented by following a healthy lifestyle.
Book a Telogen Effluvium Consultation today at Medi Hair Loss & Scalp Clinic in Ottawa. With the right care, hair shedding can be reversed and healthy regrowth supported.
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