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    GlossaryShock Loss

    temporary hair shedding after scalp trauma or stress

    Shock loss refers to the temporary shedding of hair that can occur after a hair transplant or other significant stress to the scalp. This phenomenon happens when the trauma from the procedure or stress causes the hair follicles to enter a resting phase, leading to hair falling out. While it can be alarming, shock loss is usually temporary, and the hair typically regrows within a few months.

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      A Protocol to Prevent Shock Loss

      research A Protocol to Prevent Shock Loss

      11 citations , November 2005 in “Hair transplant forum international”
      The document provides a method to avoid sudden hair loss after a hair transplant.
      Hair Loss and Hair Restoration in Women

      research Hair Loss and Hair Restoration in Women

      4 citations , April 2020 in “Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America”
      Hair loss in women is complex to diagnose and treat, and hair restoration should be done by experts. Using minoxidil before surgery can help manage post-surgery hair shock loss. The Follicular Unit Transplantation method is recommended for women due to its speed, no need for shaving, and better graft quality. Strategies like L, T, and reverse L patterns can help restore central hair density, and regenerative methods can improve graft survival in hair transplants.

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      community Hair transplant, 3 month progress

      in Is this regrowth?  213 upvotes 1 year ago
      The user experienced hair loss after a hair transplant and stopped using finasteride and minoxidil temporarily, as advised by their medical team. They resumed the treatments and are hopeful for regrowth, attributing the current hair loss to shock loss and shedding.

      community Not sure if fin+ deutasteride are working

      in Treatments  156 upvotes 5 months ago
      The user is concerned about hair loss despite using finasteride and dutasteride, with no regrowth but stabilized loss. After a recent hair transplant, they are experiencing shedding and are unsure if it's due to shock loss or ineffective treatment.

      community Huge holes on donor area of scalp is this even normal?

      in Transplants  106 upvotes 2 years ago
      The conversation is about a person experiencing significant hair loss in the donor area after a hair transplant, with others suggesting it might be shock loss. The person is taking oral minoxidil and dutasteride to help with the issue.

      community 28M 3.5 months great progress and questions

      in Progress Pictures  241 upvotes 4 days ago
      A 28-year-old man is considering whether to proceed with a hair transplant in February or continue using oral minoxidil, finasteride, and dermastamping, which have shown great progress in 3.5 months, to achieve desired results by his wedding in September 2026. Most responses suggest postponing the transplant to avoid potential "shock loss" and relying on the current treatment and hair fibers for the wedding.