Have you ever wondered why sudden stress, trauma, or severe illness can cause hair loss? The answer lies within a condition known as Telogen Effluvium, or more commonly known as Reactional Hair Loss. Whether you’re genetically predisposed to losing hair or not, these challenging circumstances can noticeably increase hair shedding. Here at Truly You, many patients come seeking our guidance in understanding and dealing with this phenomenon.
Telogen Effluvium: The Hidden Impact of Stress on Your Hair
Physical or emotional stress influences your body in a multitude of ways and one such impact manifests in the form of Telogen Effluvium. Naturally, approximately 10-15% of hair follicles are in the ‘telogen,’ or ‘resting,’ phase where old hair falls out, making way for new growth. Extraordinary stress provokes more follicles into this stage, leading to increased hair fall and disrupts the natural hair growth cycle.
Understanding this may sound overwhelming, but the good news lies in the fact that this condition is generally temporary. As body restores equilibrium, your hair regrowth cycle falls back into the normal routine.
Options for Treating Reactional Hair Loss
When it comes to treating Reactional Hair Loss, one of the first steps is to alleviate the underlying stress or illness. This is often easier said than done, but changes like incorporating stress management techniques or medical treatment for the illness can significantly help mitigate the hair loss.
On the journey to restoring hair and confidence, Truly You offers a range of specialized services and treatments to aid this. These include industry-leading hair systems, toppers, prosthetics, and medical wigs, as well as proven hair growth treatments to counteract the effects of Reactional Hair Loss. With our team of certified trichologists (IAT, EBHF), we’re committed to providing private rooms and confidential services.
Imagine thicker, stronger hair growing directly from your scalp, a renewed you. Don’t just mask the issue or wait in vain for hair to grow back, take control of your hair health. Begin your journey towards healthier, fuller hair today with us at Truly You.
