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Temporary hair loss can also be caused by using other hair products, such as dyes, perms, relaxers and straighteners. Stress and pregnancy can also cause hair loss due to hormonal imbalances. Having a serious illness or surgery can initiate the process of excessive shedding. Deficiencies in health conditions such as iron deficiency anemia and some chronic illnesses may also lead to abnormal hair loss. Adult women may experience increased shedding due to stress or illness, such as a high fever. Some medicines for conditions like thyroid disease, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCS) and lupus can cause hair loss too. Even some medicines that are used to treat depression or anxiety can result in halogen effluvium - a condition where the normal cycle of regrowth is interrupted due to sudden shock or stress from an event, including pregnancy and delivering a baby.