"Hi,
I did injections for a few years and just stopped when the AA started getting much more severe. The first spot I had grew hair after some injections then fell out not long ago. That made me realize that the shots werent my best option.
Last…"
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Scalp issues...who else has this problem?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Diana Carter Dec 31, 2010. 12 Replies 0 Favorites
Curious, how many Alopecians also have problems with their scalp. My head often gets scaley, sores, or dandruff like places, dry skin patches, bumpy...not sure now to describe them..all I know is,…Continue
Wristbands for AA awareness
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeannie Terrel Dec 6, 2010. 18 Replies 0 Favorites
Wondering..You know the 'Lance Armstrong' wrist bands..well, my question is...are there any of those same type wristbands out there for Alopecia? I would like to raise awareness, as well as funds for…Continue
My husband doesn't think I should be looking at wigs :(
Started this discussion. Last reply by Dorothy G. Apr 22. 16 Replies 0 Favorites
"I don't know why you are looking at those wigs, you don't need one yet"...Am I wrong, but I just feel like seeing what is available for me can't be a bad thing. I don't know the timeline on my…Continue
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Dorothy G. replied to Diana Carter's discussion My husband doesn't think I should be looking at wigs :(
Netherlandsgirl replied to Diana Carter's discussion My husband doesn't think I should be looking at wigs :("I was looking at wigs yesterday. I still have loads of hair, but have a huge bald spot that is currently covered by two locks of my own hair. My alopcia is very active, I have gotten much worse the last few months. So I ordered a wig, because my gut…"
asdf234 replied to Diana Carter's discussion My husband doesn't think I should be looking at wigs :("My husband was in denial about my AA more than I was. He just wanted everything to be normal. One day I was able to explain to him that the day might be coming soon that I could no longer depend on my natural hair and it wasn't fair of him to…"
"I work in an elementary school, and this type of bullying is one of the largest problems I see. No matter the reasons, these type of people will find a reason to bully others. One of my dear, sweet students deals with it on a daily basis. He knows…"
"1)Thyroid disease, 19 years 2)Allergies, 18? years
3)Alopecia Areata, 1.5 years
4)Eczema, less than a year"
M.A.D. (Multiple Autoimmune Diseases)
Raise your hand if you have Multiple Autoimmune Diseases. I have noticed that a lot people here have more than just Alopecia. I myself have Alopecia Areata, Crohn’s Disease, Psoriasis, and some form of Arthritis not yet diagnosed.
"Beautifully said! Thanks for being so candid...not always easy to do! I remember the day I found out my insurance company told me they would not cover any treatments for Alopecia Areata. "It's cosmetic, sorry!" We all know it is so…"
Trish left a comment for Diana Carter"Congrads on the Grandbaby mama...You will be the best Grandma ever!!! I miss and love you Diana so very much...Hope you are doing well..xoxo"
"We're having our first grandbaby! Words cannot express how excited I am!"
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"I love it...this is so awesome!!! We are expecting our first grandbaby..just found out this week!!! We are so excited!"
Lois left a comment for Diana Carter"hey gyrlie..i'm doing okay ...sure hope we get more rain..have a merry Christmas and hope you're around all the family you love...happy new year too. cya"
"On the 10th day of Alopecia Areata I received 10 support group meetings, 9 eyebrows left,a kiss on my bald spot, a forehead that no longer is irritated, sometimes alopecia rocks with six hairdo's that made her feel free, Mommy it’s still…"
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- I was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata on 10/4/10. I first noticed my bald circles back in August. I am 46 years old, married, with three grown sons, and a daughter in law. My interests/hobbies are: scrapbooking & photography, reading, quilting, parasailing, going to the beach, American Sign Language, listening to music that makes me feel good. I was our church library director for 7 years, and I always said, that if it were a paying position, it would have been the perfect job for me! I now sub for the school district, in the offices, libraries, and with special needs kids. I have two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels, Bella and Copper. They always seem to make my day!
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Alopecians...do NOT boost your immune system!
Posted on July 2, 2011 at 1:35pm 6 Comments 0 Favorites
Several months ago, I decided to start taking Zinc for my Alopecia Areata, thinking it was a good thing to boost my immune system. After probably a couple of weeks on the Zinc, I began to wonder if this was a good thing to do, or not. Well, at this years NAAF conference, what I began to suspect was confirmed. DO NOT take Zinc, or anything else to boost your immune system!!! Your immune system is attacking your hair follicles, thus, boosting your immune system only aids in what is causing your… Continue
Saying goodbye
Posted on February 24, 2011 at 12:51am 8 Comments 0 Favorites
Today was one of the worst days of my life. We had to say goodbye to our 14 year old Yorkie, Luxy, aka "Baby Dog". No words can express the pain that I am feeling, nor can anything soothe my heart. I watched as his body became weaker and weaker...his eyes were blind, his ears, deaf. A week ago, he began to loose his bladder control, and wet in his pin at night. But he was still roaming the yard, like he was having an adventure or something. Yesterday, I noticed that he was shivering, and today,… Continue
Time for a two month update
Posted on February 9, 2011 at 3:44pm 10 Comments 0 Favorites
I initially lost my first bit of hair in August. Diagnosed in October. Took pictures in October, December, and now February. (every 2 months)
I had steroid injections on October 3rd, but opted not to have them anymore, since my insurance did not cover Alopecia. I noticed new growth, though no color… Continue
Where did it go? My arms now!
Posted on December 31, 2010 at 10:34am 7 Comments 0 Favorites
Well, I have been noticing the hair on my arms is now almost completely gone..weird. I even thought of sticking some tape to my arm, just to see if there was anything there for it to pull on...I am not sure when it left me, but it's not there anymore...my arms are bald...with the exception of a stray hair here or there. Wow! I am amazed at all of the little surprises that comes with Alopecia...and I am no where close to having AU...guess that's why I was so surprised. Guess I won't have to… Continue
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- At 7:18pm on February 29, 2012,
Nicky said… Hey Diana! Just stopping by to say hi to all my friends. I miss you<3
- At 5:37pm on February 2, 2012, Trish said…
Congrads on the Grandbaby mama...You will be the best Grandma ever!!! I miss and love you Diana so very much...Hope you are doing well..xoxo
- At 9:56pm on December 17, 2011, Lois said…
hey gyrlie..i'm doing okay ...sure hope we get more rain..have a merry Christmas and hope you're around all the family you love...happy new year too.
cya
- At 11:54pm on September 14, 2011,
Mackenzie said…
- Hi! How are you doing?
- At 10:36pm on July 17, 2011,
Rosie said… - Hi Diana! Likewise!
- At 3:10pm on July 4, 2011,
JeffreySF said… - HI Diana,
I know the Conf goes by so quickly. I wish it would last longer.
Have a great day!
Hugz!
Jeffrey
- At 3:12pm on July 3, 2011,
Rose Marie' said… - Hi there
Dancing Queen...well I'm just not sure of that description lol. It was great meeting you as well.
Catch you here again soon.
Rosy
- At 11:33pm on July 2, 2011, JeffreySF said…
- Hi Diana,
It was great meeting you at NAAF LA.
Hope all is good with you!
Jeffrey
- At 3:17pm on June 28, 2011,
Tallgirl said… - Looks like you had a great time! I was up in the mountains...go see my photos. Maybe the next time NAAF comes to West Coast, I will be employed!
- At 11:45pm on June 22, 2011, Lois said…
- Hi Diana...doing alright...we should meet up again for breakfast and talk "catch-up".
Perhaps in a few weeks? Have to work quilt show this weekend so bustling-busy this week! Cheers!
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