WHY HAIR SHEDDING?

Our hair grows (‘‘anagen fase’’) in cycles and at the end of each cycle the hair bulb dies. It will remain on our scalp ( ‘‘resting or telogen fase’’) for 3 months before a new hair is produced that pushes this old one out. This means that the hairs that fall out today actually died 3 months ago.

The growth fase of the hairs on our scalp is approximately 3 years. On average it is normal to shed 100 hairs per day to make room for new hair growth. A ‘‘shock’’ to your system can cause the hair bulb to die prematurely leading to increased hair shedding 3 months later.

CAUSES OF ACUTE TELOGEN EFFLUVIUM?

In 30% of people we are unable to find the trigger for ATE. Sometimes ATE can be an early warning sign for Female or Male Pattern Hair Loss. A consultation with Dr Clarysse can help determine the cause of your hair loss.

• Severe illness

• High fever

• Post surgery

• Post trauma

• Post pregnancy

• Crash diet / Rapid weight loss

• Medication

• Severe emotional stress

Acute Telogen effluvium can affect people of all ages and both women and men.

TREATMENT.

Usually ATE will recover completely over a 3-6 month period unless there is underlying hair loss condition such as female -or male pattern hair loss.

Based on your individual needs Dr Clarysse can suggest multiple treatment options to speed up your recovery. Dr Clarysse offers an individualised approach to meet each patient’s needs and address possible stressors.

SCHEDULE A CONSULT.

If you are interested in a personalised assessment and holistic treatment plan, the next step is to schedule a consult with Dr. Clarysse. During your consult Dr Clarysse will address all your concerns and needs to reach your goals.