Even though my hair loss is from something different, I still feel I can benefit from some of the things that are mentioned in this group. My hair loss is from alopecia areata, the patchy bald kind. I know what the problem is and it'...
Welcome to the site. My hair loss started with a small bald patch as well and has progressed from there. I now have lots of bald patches all over and thinning in places where I still have hair. Did you find the steroids worked at all? I...
Hi Bev, glad to have you here. I know with AA they say that something is said to trigger it. So in your case, it could be one of the things you mentioned. I guess in my case I think it was stress that triggered my AA. I do have an...
Hi Linda, welcome. There are so many wonderful, strong women here who understand what you are going through. I was a wreck when I joined a few months ago, and while my hair loss is still upsetting to me, I've found that I am starting...
I don't like to go out in social situations much anymore. I find I walk with my head down more often which I shouldn't because the bald spot is on top of my head. I'm trying to stay positive, but I'm finding it really difficult. I found that I've started to open up more to friends and family because of this. I used to keep emotions bottled up in side, but since this happened I have been reaching out for support more.
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I am 32 years old. I live with my husband and 2 ferrets. I found my first bald patch 2 months before my wedding and my husband was great. I just graduated with an associates in Health Information Technology, but have been too consumed with my hair to find a good job.
I will be in New Mexico from the 17th to the 28th. Still in school now. I hope to have lots of fun....and of course stay safe....I am a good girl, I never get into trouble :)
Pizza is way too hard to avoid!!!!! There is a brand of frozen foods called Amy's. They do make a gluten free pizza. Tastes pretty good! I am crossing my fingers for you on the test! I am finishing up my quarter. I have a week left, and then I go to New Mexico for 12 days. I am excited about that! Well I am going to try and get off my ass and exercise and then work on a paper. Hang tough! Tracy
Thanks Becca for you insight on the injections. I have only had them once and I do see hair growing back now. I think i will continue for now. Just so I can be aware, what were the side affects of the injections on you? That way I can be on the look out. I know that it can cause a sunken in spot where the injections are given, but I was told that was the only real side affect.
I am glad you koined the AA group. It is good to have somewhere to go and disscuss this. Everyone in my real life is tired of me talking about it, I think they just want me to get over it. I really want to tell them if they lost their hair would they just get over it?????
I know I will adjust to whatever happens with my hair, but it is still hard to deal with.
Hey Becca, I think going gluten free has helped with energy to a certain extent. Just to be clear, I have not been officially diagnosed with celiac disease, the ultimate gluten intolerance. As far as I know, I am just sensitive to it. Unfortunately, I think it took me me much longer than a month to start feeling a difference. It is really hard though sometimes. A pizza was put in front of me today, and I did not have the willpower to resist a bite. We'll see how I feel tomorrow! Anyhow, I found that the ice cream is not in Michigan, but you can order it online. Do not know how much the shipping would be. I think it would be really cool for you to get that blood test done to see if you truly have a sensitivity to gluten and other stuff. It costs $165 bucks. You get a kit, prick your finger and put blood on three tabs that you send in a letter sized envelope to a lab in Seattle. I believe that they will work directly with people and not just through practitioners. If you are interested, let me know.
Hey Becca, how goes it? I just read your comment of Laura's blog... what made you choose to go with a wig? I hope it was an easy decision for you. I'm afraid that would be a hard one for me to admit! (I know me all too well!!)
let me know how it all works out... hoping for an easy transition for you!!
Hey Becca, I starte a group for those who have alopecia arecata, you should think about joining it, it would be nice to have your insight on things. smiles.
I heard of the Reprieve system thru Kat here on the site. It looks like a good option. They have a website. I think it's reprievehair.com...anyway, you can google it and see if there is a certified stylist in your area.
Just read Julie's post...you've had scalp itching? Does yours burn too? I would notice that I'd get a red flush over the spot that is thin and it would itch and burn...ever since I started applying progesterone cream topically at night., the burning and itching has stopped for the most part. No idea what side effects I'm going to have doing this long term...but I don't care.
Becca, how have you been? Wanted to wish you good luck with the wig. I'm trying to find someone in LA familiar with the Reprieve system. It sounds good. Albeit, the stylist I go to made a good point that the spots where the piece connects may cause traction aleopecia. Is there no winning? Let me know what you finally end up chosing...starting to look at the options here too. Do take care.
I do wear a hair peice instead of a whole wig. I just pull up the hair left over my bald spot and then put the hair piece on top of the pony tail. Of course, that means I have to wear my hair up all the time. I don't have enough hair in front anymore to wear the other hair piece I use to wear (the one in the picture). That is the down side you have to have enough hair in the front to cover, hair pieces have to go on the crown of your head. I hope this helps some.
If you want to just try it out, the trendy shops like Claire's and Icing ect. have fake hair pieces for a desent price- $6.50......the match is not always the best, but at least you can try it out at first.
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