Telogen effluvium - the most common type of hair loss that catches people completely off guard. Here's what's happening: 🔄 Your hair has 3 phases: growing, resting, falling out ⏰ Normal cycle: 2-3 years growing, 3 months resting, then falls out ⚠️ With telogen effluvium: 30-50% of your hair suddenly shifts into resting phase 📅 3 months later = massive hair loss all at once The good news? This is usually temporary and your hair will grow back once the trigger is addressed. Common triggers: stre