Telogen Effluvium | Cheat Sheet - Edubirdie

University:
Western Sydney University
Course:
MEDI 3003 | Applied Clinical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
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228

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1
Author:

Mariam A. A.

Title: Telogen Effluvium Central Topic: Telogen effluvium, a type of hair loss. Causes: Drugs: Antidepressants, anticoagulants, anti-convulsants, hormones, anti-thyroid drugs, and others Stress: Emotional state, febrile illness, major surgery, hypothyroidism Nutrition deficiency: Iron, zinc, B vitamins Endocrine: Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, hypogonadism Infections: HIV, syphilis, malaria Other: Telogen effluvium can also be associated with pregnancy, postpartum period, and autoimmune diseases. Diagnostics: Hair Pull Test: If more than 6-10 hairs are pulled out easily, it's a positive test. Trichogram: A microscopic examination of hair follicles to determine the percentage of hairs in the telogen phase. Scalp biopsy: May be necessary if other tests are inconclusive. Treatment and Management: Reassurance: Often, telogen effluvium resolves on its own. Management of underlying conditions: Address any underlying causes of hair loss.

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