What does a telogen vellum hair look like?

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I have been looking every where and can't find any pictures of telogen vellus hairs next to regular hairs. I think it would be very useful if somebody could post a picture so men know what to look for. Also, are short hairs on the hairline normal ?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I suggest seeing a hair loss expert now to answer any hair loss questions, give you a hair loss evaluation 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

Finding telogen vellus hairs is quite easy: Place a white piece of paper on the table. Now, run your hands through your hair for 1 minute and let all the hairs fall down a white piece of paper placed on a table.  Now go search through all the hairs on that white piece of paper that are less than 3 cm. These are telogen vellus hairs.  I have included a photo of a telogen vellus hair in the link below

William Rassman, MD (retired) · Answer

I suspect that by its name, it refers to the presence of many vellus hairs, possibly more than normal as seen in the posting below

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