I am losing hair due to a viral infection, what can I do?

Feverish infections (e.g. flu or COVID-19) can trigger diffuse hair loss. This is usually caused by stress on the body due to fever or inflammatory reactions, which causes many hairs to enter the resting and shedding phase prematurely. Delayed hair loss is typical around 1-3 months after the infection. Basically, measures that support the hair in its natural growth help. Substances that nourish the hair root in particular can accelerate regeneration. The use of Thymuskin shampoo and serum, for example, has proven effective.