I have had AU for many years! I was 26 when I got it. It's always hard trying to adjust, but there are so many wonderful wigs, eyebrows and eyelashes now that no one has to know that I don't have a hair on my body! I guess what has helped, besides the resources (including support groups), is that it finally has become fun trying new wigs, colors and looks. And I don't care who knows because a lot of women who have hair wear wigs anyway -- for bad hair days, or because they don't like their own hair. And I love not having to shave anything. And the best thing about it is that you get to reach out and help someone.
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I have had AU for many years! I was 26 when I got it. It's always hard trying to adjust, but there are so many wonderful wigs, eyebrows and eyelashes now that no one has to know that I don't have a hair on my body! I guess what has helped, besides the resources (including support groups), is that it finally has become fun trying new wigs, colors and looks. And I don't care who knows because a lot of women who have hair wear wigs anyway -- for bad hair days, or because they don't like their own hair. And I love not having to shave anything. And the best thing about it is that you get to reach out and help someone.
Hugs! Leslie Ann
Hello and welcome!
How are you today? I have AU, too.