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Re: Telogen Effluvium from meningitis
I lost half of my hair in one week. I saw a doctor last night and he feels this will continue for another couple of weeks or more. (typical, 4-5 mo. after meningitis, trauma, strong meds, stress and perhaps even---childbirth)
The good news is by giving up acid related foods and liquids the camera showed I no longer have a lump on my vocal cord. I acomplished that in two months. They grow back if a person continues to lay down after wine, coffee and even, decaf coffee although more safe. Maalox shoud be used after ingesting acidic veggies, fruits, juices and other liquids. (laying down of course, is more acid reflux)
Back to the meningitis subject---I did have my blood drawn just to make sure my hair loss isn't related to thyroid problems. (which I don't believe I have)
Hair loss can be hormonal, lack of protein in the diet, thyroid related or in my case, reaction to severe illness to the body which was meningitis five months ago.
Being a "natural thick-hair redhead, I've enough hair left to get by in public."
Palace