Telogen Effluvium NYC -

Telogen Effluvium NYC Treatment Center in New York, NY Opened 7 Days a Week for Treatment Because of the duration of the hair shedding, patients are more likely to complain of decreased scalp hair density, or they may note that their hair appears thin and lifeless Physiologic stresses that can induce telogen effluvium include febrile illness, major injury, change in diet, pregnancy and delivery, and starting a new medication.  Careful questioning usually reveals a metabolic or physiologic stress 1-6 months before the start of the hair shedding.  Patients with acute telogen effluvium usually complain of relatively sudden onset of hair loss.  Acute telogen effluvium is defined as hair shedding lasting less than 6 months.