Why am I losing short hairs after 4 months of telogen effluvium?

This needs an in-person evaluation. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a hair loss expert to go over your condition and advise you on best treatment options. There are great non-invasive options like prp/progesterone and/or hair transplantation. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

You'll want to see a dermatologist to review if this is still happening after prolonged periods of time. It is important for your dermatologist to help you distinguish between a TE that is yet unresolved vs some element of androgenetic alopecia now present as well vs another condition altogether.