What is telogen effluvium?
Telogen effluvium is a condition characterized by diffuse hair shedding triggered by stress, illness, or hormonal changes.
Unlike androgenetic alopecia (AGA), telogen effluvium typically involves an abrupt shift of hair follicles from the growth phase into the resting phase, leading to shedding.
Red light therapy may help stabilize the follicular environment during telogen effluvium by improving cellular metabolism, supporting mitochondrial function, and encouraging a faster return to the active anagen phase.
Related terms
Corticosteroids
Clinical Applications
Corticosteroids are a class of anti-inflammatory medications used to suppress immune activity in conditions such as alopecia areata and other autoimmune-related hair loss.
Intradermal Injections
Clinical Applications
Intradermal injections are a delivery method where substances are injected into the dermal layer.
Telangiectasia
Clinical Applications
Telangiectasia refers to small, visible blood vessels near the skin surface.
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE)
Clinical Applications
Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) is a hair transplant method where individual follicular units are extracted directly from the donor area and implanted into thinning or bald areas of the scalp.
