What is Telogen effluvium?
Telogen Effluvium happens approximately 2-6 months after an event that causes active hair growth to stop. The telogen hair has a bulb at the end known as club hair. During a physical exam, the provider will be able to do a “Hair Pull Test” to see if this condition is affecting you. Common causes include:
- Recent pregnancy/breast feeding
- Surgical procedure,
- Weight gain or weight loss
- Illnesses
- Traumatic events
- Psychological stress
- Medications
- Nutritional deficits.