Is recovery from telogen effluvium gradual?

Question

I started losing hair almost 8 months ago. It started very suddenly and I was losing over 200 hairs just showering. I couldn't touch my hair without losing some. Two dermatologist said it was telogen effluvium. At about 7 months I noticed I was having better days and hardly losing any, but other days were worse. Now at 8 months my good days are even better , but there are still days I lose more. Does that sound like telogen effluvium recovery, is it gradual like that?

Jonathan Kulbersh, MD · Answer

Yes, recovery can be gradual, but there are options that can help speed the process. I suggest a consultation with a cosmetic dermatologist with experience in hair restoration and maintenance. Some great options for hair restoration and maintenance are prp injections which can stimulate hair growth. Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, recovery will be gradual. I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to evaluate and go over your condition and provide you information about your best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Jeff Donovan, MD, PhD · Answer

It’s possible you have a telogen effluvium in recovery but it’s also possible you have chronic telogen effluvium (as well as other diagnoses). Please see a dermatologist to review. A hair collection could help. Most importantly, a review of the entire story as well as careful scalp examination is needed.

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

This is a slow process, slow in onset and slow in disappearance. Your history is what I would expect

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