Hi Leslie! Thanks so much for checking in. Doing ok. Also so happy to find this website. Have been dealing with diffuse hair loss (scalp, brows, lashes, nasal) for 10 months so far and it's nice to connect with others and see that I'm not alone. Would love to check out your book. Working on acceptance of this and hopefully your book can help me with that.
We are doing well. My son is progressing, he recently commented that "there are things worse than alopecia." He shaved his head a few days ago. That was a hurdle, but a necessary one.
I read your background page and will check out your book. Thank you for welcoming me.
Thank you for asking. Was feeling a little down today but thanking God for life. Nice profile. I will be buying your book. We'll keep in touch. God bless.
Nice to meet another Oregonian. I am new to all of this, and feel numb, or overwhelmed. I don't know what to do.
I was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata this month. With my birthday tomorrow, and the future unknown; I hurt, but I am not going to be a victim of this disease.
Your book sounds inspiring. I think I'll buy a copy for my birthday.~Take care
Yes Leslie, I will certainly tell you how I like your book. I am a middle school teacher and am looking forward to the chance to finally sit down with a book to read at my leisure again. Thank you again for the support.
Thank you for welcoming me. I purchased your book and am awaiting its arrival. I notice my hair coming out in massive clumps in the shower and while brushing it. I had my boyfriend giving me a rough percentage of hair vs. not hair on my scalp. According to him, its 70% hair to 30% not hair. In this state of frustration, I am tempted to shave my head and revert to my headwrap ways. I am also currently using a professional shampoo/conditioner line named 'Bosely Pro' that claims to stimulate hair growth. I have yet to see a major change, but know that alopecia always ebbs and flows in terms of loss and regrowth. We shall wait and see what is in store!
Hi Lesley thank you so much for your hello x Really not coping well at the mo as my has hair has just fallen out in the last 6/8 wks just hate looking at myself in the mirror. Ive been put on steroids to try and surpress the immune system so it maybe them making me feel so awful. There is not much support in the UK for Alopecia so at the moment feel very alone. I will look to buy your book today and keep reading all the comments put onto this site. Thank you x
Hi Leslie! Im good today, Thank you! Ive had aa for 31 years now. I know all the downs with depression, etc.. having to deal with this since the birth of my only child. I was 21 when I was the chosen one in my family to get AA. It has been an emotional rollercoaster to say the least! I have been through years and years of steriod injections and all types of creams... I finally gave up and am now a wig wearer. I really dont look at it anymore as a WIG... it is my beauty accessory! It never does get easier to deal with this autoimmune disease, but life is just too short to let HAIR dictate your happiness. I look forward to reading everyones views about alopecia..
Hi! I am doing pretty good however ChristiYahna is still having a bit of a hard time. I found her in front of the mirror the other day trying desperately to cover her bald spots with the hair she still has. She just kept saying "Stupid hair, stupid spots" it breaks my heart and I'm not really sure at this point how to help her. Any suggestions? I've tried finding her a local support group here in the DFW Texas area but so far haven't been successful..
Hey Leslie :)! today i'm doing well thanks for asking. I have had alopecia since i was only 6 months old and this is the first time i am getting in touch with people who have the same condition as me. Your book really sounds interesting! thanks for welcoming me :)
Hi I am not good. I hate people to stare at me as if I am an alien. I am very depressed and there is nothing to look forward in life now. Too listless to do anything. How to face everyone everyday? My friends are getting lesser and no one is there to support me and talk to me except my daughter. Everyone shun away from me. I am so lonely and sad. What should I do in order to move on??
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Good Morning, Leslie-
I bought your book last night, not realizing you were the author! Looking forward to reading your story.
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Beth
I found your book!! Can't wait to order it!
Barb
I read your background page and will check out your book. Thank you for welcoming me.
Good morning,
Thank you for asking. Was feeling a little down today but thanking God for life. Nice profile. I will be buying your book. We'll keep in touch. God bless.
Hi Leslie,
Nice to meet another Oregonian. I am new to all of this, and feel numb, or overwhelmed. I don't know what to do.
I was diagnosed with Alopecia Areata this month. With my birthday tomorrow, and the future unknown; I hurt, but I am not going to be a victim of this disease.
Your book sounds inspiring. I think I'll buy a copy for my birthday.~Take care
Yes Leslie, I will certainly tell you how I like your book. I am a middle school teacher and am looking forward to the chance to finally sit down with a book to read at my leisure again. Thank you again for the support.
Hi Leslie,
Thank you for welcoming me. I purchased your book and am awaiting its arrival. I notice my hair coming out in massive clumps in the shower and while brushing it. I had my boyfriend giving me a rough percentage of hair vs. not hair on my scalp. According to him, its 70% hair to 30% not hair. In this state of frustration, I am tempted to shave my head and revert to my headwrap ways. I am also currently using a professional shampoo/conditioner line named 'Bosely Pro' that claims to stimulate hair growth. I have yet to see a major change, but know that alopecia always ebbs and flows in terms of loss and regrowth. We shall wait and see what is in store!
Hi Lesley thank you so much for your hello x Really not coping well at the mo as my has hair has just fallen out in the last 6/8 wks just hate looking at myself in the mirror. Ive been put on steroids to try and surpress the immune system so it maybe them making me feel so awful. There is not much support in the UK for Alopecia so at the moment feel very alone. I will look to buy your book today and keep reading all the comments put onto this site. Thank you x
Hi Leslie! Im good today, Thank you! Ive had aa for 31 years now. I know all the downs with depression, etc.. having to deal with this since the birth of my only child. I was 21 when I was the chosen one in my family to get AA. It has been an emotional rollercoaster to say the least! I have been through years and years of steriod injections and all types of creams... I finally gave up and am now a wig wearer. I really dont look at it anymore as a WIG... it is my beauty accessory! It never does get easier to deal with this autoimmune disease, but life is just too short to let HAIR dictate your happiness. I look forward to reading everyones views about alopecia..
Hi! I am doing pretty good however ChristiYahna is still having a bit of a hard time. I found her in front of the mirror the other day trying desperately to cover her bald spots with the hair she still has. She just kept saying "Stupid hair, stupid spots" it breaks my heart and I'm not really sure at this point how to help her. Any suggestions? I've tried finding her a local support group here in the DFW Texas area but so far haven't been successful..
Hey Leslie :)! today i'm doing well thanks for asking. I have had alopecia since i was only 6 months old and this is the first time i am getting in touch with people who have the same condition as me. Your book really sounds interesting! thanks for welcoming me :)
Hi Leslie, thank you for welcoming me. I read your profile and I am going to check out your book! You all seem very friendly :)
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