**Telogen Effluvium**

**Telogen Effluvium**

Emin Ozlu and Ayse Serap Karadag Emin Ozlu and Ayse Serap Karadag Additional information is available at the end of the chapter

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http://dx.doi.org/10.5772/66975

#### **Abstract**

Telogen effluvium (TE) is a noninflammatory disease characterized by diffuse loss of telogen hair. It is the most frequent cause of diffuse hair loss and the actual incidence of the disease is not known. According to the underlying etiology, TE could be physiologically and pathologically classified. The evaluation of a patient with TE includes a detailed history, physical examination, and laboratory tests. The patients should be questioned in terms of TE subtype, duration, and clinical course of hair loss. The most important point in the treatment of TE is to consult about the natural course of the disease.

**Keywords:** hair loss, iron deficiency, management, treatment, telogen hair
