Sudden hair shedding 3 to 4 months after childbirth can be distressing. Learn about hormonal shifts, ferritin levels, and therapeutic PRP treatments.
During pregnancy, elevated estrogen levels keep hair follicles locked in the growth (anagen) phase. Following delivery, estrogen levels normalize rapidly, triggering simultaneous shedding of thousands of hairs.
### When to Consult a Dermatologist
- If shedding persists beyond 6 to 9 months postpartum.
- If you notice focal bald patches or widening hair partings.
- Blood screening for Serum Ferritin, Vitamin D3, and TSH is recommended to rule out underlying postpartum thyroiditis or iron-deficiency anemia.
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