Postpartum Telogen Effluvium (Hair Fall)
Lifestyle Disorders Remya Krishna•Gender: Female•Age: 29 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 6 months
Presenting Complaints & History
- Severe hair loss in clumps during combing or washing
- Diffuse thinning of hair on crown and temples
- Dry, brittle hair shaft
- Postpartum weakness and sleep deprivation
Clinical Assessment
A 29-year-old mother of a 6-month-old infant from Thrissur presenting with severe postpartum hair loss. Experienced clumps of hair falling out daily, leading to panic and depression. Suffered from physical exhaustion due to breastfeeding and night-waking.
Diagnostic Investigations: Serum Ferritin: 18 ng/ml (low); thyroid hormone levels normal.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Acid Phos was selected to address physical exhaustion and hair loss due to loss of vital fluids and sleep deprivation, with Lycopodium promoting hair root nutrition.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Lycopodium Clavatum and Acid Phosphoricum
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Increase iron and protein intake (dates, leafy greens); massage scalp gently with warm coconut oil; practice power naps.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 9 months- Hair fall rate reduced to normal levels (50-60 hairs a day) within 4 weeks
- New baby hair growths (sproutings) visible along the hairline by Month 3
- Hair density on crown restored; Serum Ferritin increased to 45 ng/ml by Month 6
- Thick, healthy hair texture maintained at 9-month review
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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