Why Does Hair Fall Out After COVID or a High Fever?
Quick answer: Shedding after COVID-19 or any high fever is usually telogen effluvium: the illness pushes many hairs into the resting phase, and they shed about two to three months later; for most people it settles over several months.
- Timeline: Shedding starts weeks after recovery.
- Recovery: Usually improves on its own.
- Check: See a doctor if it persists.
Frequently asked questions
Is it permanent?
Usually not.
Can vitamins help?
Only if deficient.
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Gentle styling and cosmetic options.
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Reviewed by the Folli-Doc team, led by Dr. Steven Goh (6 years’ experience in hair density treatment). This article is general information, not a medical diagnosis; for sudden, patchy or painful hair loss, see a doctor or dermatologist.