Reality television personality Montana Brown has revealed her diagnosis with female pattern hair loss and Telogen Effluvium, a condition that has significantly impacted her confidence. Brown, 31, shared her experience on Instagram, detailing the extreme hair fall and shedding she has been experiencing for several months.
Brown, a mother of two, initially attributed the hair loss to postpartum changes, but after consulting a specialist, she received the diagnosis. She described the experience as "upsetting" and noted that bald patches had begun to appear on the back and sides of her head. "I have been losing clumps like this multiple times in a week," she stated, sharing images of significant hair loss.
Female pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia, is characterized by gradual thinning of hair on the scalp, often affecting the crown and top of the head while typically maintaining the front hairline. Telogen effluvium is a temporary condition that causes diffuse thinning across the scalp, usually triggered by significant physical or emotional stress.
Brown indicated that low iron levels, possibly exacerbated by two consecutive pregnancies, may be a contributing factor to her hair loss. She also acknowledged that recent life stressors and poor sleep quality could have played a role. "Life has felt stressful over the last few months so it makes sense and especially when your sleep isn't good quality," she explained.
To address her hair health, Brown is implementing several changes, including avoiding hot showers, using cold rinses, and employing silk pillowcases and bonnets. She is also using a leave-in conditioner. She expressed optimism about working with a clinic specializing in hair issues to restore her hair's previous condition.
The television personality shared her journey to help others, and her post received supportive comments from fans who shared similar experiences and wished her well on her recovery journey. "Hair loss is so tricky to deal with emotionally," one commenter wrote. "I have the same diagnosis and whilst I haven’t found a magic answer I totally agree that iron, sleep and stress have so much impact."