Established to be the national Australia body supporting research to find a cure or acceptable treatment for alopecia, support those with the disease and thier families, and inform the public about all forms of alopecia areata.
"i am just about to shave my head. i have to do it every week or so... lots of little white hairs but still a big bald patch in the middle... of course we are all beautiful... and trust me... everyone else thinks…"
"Hi Tracey. I have had AU for over ten years. never worn a wig. so i am a walking billboard so to speak. people often ask me about my hairlessness (!) so i am able to talk about it freely. I have never had treatment as there seems to be little…"
"Hello Stacey. I know your post is very old but I dont get on here much. Too busy playing bejeweled on facebook I am ashamed to say!! Did you get to the support group in Eastwood. run by Linda if i remember correctly? I used to go a few years ago but…"
"what a lovely woman. good luck to you gail. My hair came back briefly about a year after it first fell out. Then it fell out again and has been absent for the past ten years or more. Thanks for the hope you have given us all Gail!!"
"Hi Lisa... finally someone from Australia is my "friend"... your photos are fab... i like the short blonde wig (weddding picture and at work?) and the short red wig with the fringe is fabulous!! I owned 1 wig but recently gave it to my mum…"
Hi English . been here in aussie since 98. hair fell out in 99. so i shaved it off and its never really come back. so unlike some of you i dont have the fuss of shaving or worrying about covering up patches. i am quite sure i dont know what is worse. perhaps those of you with AU or AT could chat with me? thanks. mandi
Do you have alopecia?
Alopecia universalis
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes
Comment Wall (4 comments)
You need to be a member of Alopecia World to add comments!
Hi Mandy, I wanted to welcome you to Alopecia World. I can honestly say that we are a great community here and I hope you enjoy the time you spend with us. Cheryl, co-founder
Any mention of products and services on Alopecia World is for informational purposes only; it does not imply a recommendation or endorsement by Alopecia World. Nor should any statement or representation on this site be construed as professional, medical or expert advice, or as pre-screened or endorsed by Alopecia World. Alopecia World is not responsible or liable for any of the views, opinions or conduct, online or offline, of any user or member of Alopecia World.