Researchers are not exactly sure what the mechanism is, but common triggers for telogen effluvium may include: a serious or chronic, debilitating illness or infection major physical trauma childbirth major surgery high fever hormone imbalances (like low or high thyroid) or androgen excess rapid or extreme weight loss nutritional or vitamin deficiencies that require supplementation (iron, zinc, vitamin D deficiency) psychological or emotional stress certain medications Nutritional deficiencies, low protein or caloric intake and a sudden change in eating habits can worsen the possibility of hair shedding due to rapid weight loss with these medications
Recently, however, more people are turning to it because it can lead to rapid weight loss
Have a history of cardiovascular disease and could benefit from a reduced risk of major cardiovascular events
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There is no downtime, and normal activities such as work, exercise, or travel can continue without interruption