Acute hair loss following Covid infections has been linked in recent literature.
Specifically, a type of hair loss called Telegen Effluvium (TE) has been diagnosed in patients with a history of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Acute TE has previously been associated with medical events including a history of surgery or severe illness, postpartum and discontinuation of medications such as birth control pills. ATE occurs approximately 8-12 weeks after the offending event. Treatment of TE can help hasten hair regrowth.
References:
- Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology 2021:14 385–387
- J Eur Acad Dermatol Venereol. 2020: doi:10.1111/jdv.17045