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Permalink Reply by Karen Smith on May 2, 2012 at 9:01am

It is a huge loss and takes time to come to terms with it. Let us know how we can help.

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Permalink Reply by ShoCorona on May 6, 2012 at 10:24am

Hey there Loriann... it's a tough one this alopecia thing eh? I've only had alopecia since July last year and I feel that my whole world has changed. But.... you know what I've learned through all of this. How strong I am and who my real friends are. Coming to terms with the loss is a major grieving process but hang in there and use this site for support.. Hugs shO

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Permalink Reply by pammyann on May 27, 2012 at 9:30am

Hi Loriann
I lost my hair last Nov to Jan, now total body hair gone. It is hard. i find especially looking at myself bald in the mirror. I try and focus on the good things, but then am trying to find ways to get the understanding and support I need. These forums are great - I attach stuff I saved from conversations about the goods and bads of having alopecia.
Still having times when I burst out crying particularly at night when I see myself in the mirror. I find if I get up straight away and put my "hair" on, I can forget it more. Just started having counselling - get it for free at work, so if you get the option, it really is helpful, try it.
Hang in there. ;] PammyAnn

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• the goods and the bads of alopecia.doc, 44 KB

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