Pooja Mehta Pooja Mehta Asked 5 months ago

What is te hair loss?

Lately, I've noticed more hair falling out than usual, especially after washing. My friend said it might be 'TE hair loss'. What exactly is 'TE hair loss' and should I be concerned?

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Anjali Sharma Anjali Sharma Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago
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Oh, TE hair loss! I actually looked this up recently. It stands for Telogen Effluvium. It's basically when your hair sheds a lot more than usual because of some stress or shock to your body, like after an illness, surgery, or even extreme dieting. It usually grows back, but it can be really stressful when it's happening. Happened to my friend after she got dengue.

Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

TE hair loss, or Telogen Effluvium, is a temporary type of hair loss where you shed a lot of hair. I've been there with hair fall, tried everything from onion juice to fancy oils. It's often triggered by stress or something like a fever. What really helped me was reducing stress, eating protein-rich food, and using a gentle shampoo. Be patient, it usually improves.

Ritika Gupta Ritika Gupta Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

I literally just went through TE hair loss, it's called Telogen Effluvium. Mine started a few months after I had a really bad fever. Your hair starts falling out in clumps, it's so scary! But my dermatologist reassured me it's temporary. I focused on good diet, vitamins, and managing stress. It's slowly getting better now, new hair is growing.

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Rohit Kumar Rohit Kumar Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

TE hair loss means Telogen Effluvium. It's often triggered by bodily stress. A healthy lifestyle, including regular moderate exercise like walking or yoga, helps reduce stress and improves blood circulation, which is good for scalp health. Just make sure you're getting enough nutrients for hair growth. Consult a doc first to rule out deficiencies.

Geeta Sharma Geeta Sharma Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

TE hair loss is Telogen Effluvium. It's when your hair falls out more than usual due to stress, illness, or even pregnancy. The practical solution is to identify the cause with a doctor, ensure a balanced diet, and minimize stress. Simple things like getting enough sleep and eating home-cooked meals can make a big difference.

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Deepa Iyer Deepa Iyer Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Telogen Effluvium, or TE hair loss, is when hair falls out in larger amounts than usual, often after a stressful event. My mother always said to oil your hair regularly, but for something like this, it's important to consult a doctor. They can check if it's due to a deficiency or other medical reason and advise correctly. Don't worry too much, it's often reversible.

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