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August 15, 2026

Hair Loss & Scalp

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A phenomenon in which a large amount of hair falls out at once a few months after experiences such as childbirth, surgery, rapid weight loss or major stress.

What kind of condition it is

It occurs as hair that was in the growth phase moves into the resting phase all at once. A triggering factor and the time lag of appearing a few months later are characteristic.

Good to know

In many cases it recovers over time once the cause is resolved. However, it can overlap with other types of hair loss, so a distinction needs to be made.

This entry is general medical information provided to aid understanding. It does not guarantee the results of any specific treatment or product, and diagnostic and treatment methods and their outcomes may differ depending on each person's condition. Please confirm the details through a medical consultation.

Director Kim Hyun-joo
Kim Hyun-jooDirector of Mason Clinic · Medical content author/reviewer

Graduate of Kyung Hee University School of Medicine (Magna cum laude) · Former director of Plus Hu Clinic, Girin Plastic Surgery, and DA Plastic Surgery · Regular member of the Korean Academy of Filler, Korean Academy of Aesthetic Plastic & Laser Medicine, Korean Academy of Laser, Dermatology and Trichology (KALDAT), Korean Lifting Research Society (KAFC), Korean Association of Obesity Research Physicians, and Korean Society for the Study of Obesity · Thermage User Training Course certified expert

The medical information on this page was written and reviewed by the director of Mason Clinic. Treatment results may vary from person to person. · Last reviewed 2026-08-15