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Permalink Reply by alopeciamum on June 17, 2021 at 3:32am

Hi hanna

i would be cautious about getting the vaccine as there is no long term safety data available yet - trials don’t end till early 2023 and they currently only have emergency use authorisation. Each to their own decision but unless you have a condition that puts you in a high risk category I’d wait for the long term data. Can you tell me what protocol you used to achieve regrowth as my son has AU since 2013. Thanks, Shirley

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Permalink Reply by Hanna on June 20, 2021 at 4:12pm

Hi Shirley

I used Anthralin cream (topical treatment). I used it for both times when I lost my hair. The process took about 2-3 years for the hair to all fill in and become my natural dark colour. I used Rapid Lash to regrow my eyelashes and eyebrows. I attached a link for you for more information about Anthralin. 

http://www.canadianhairlossfoundation.org/anthralin

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Permalink Reply by John on June 24, 2021 at 3:18pm

Alopeciamum gives good advice.

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Permalink Reply by hello chaser on June 27, 2021 at 9:37am

This is also what I was looking for on radio online stations about covid

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Permalink Reply by leah on July 2, 2021 at 1:55pm

Hello Hanna,

I get your concerns recently attended a NAAF conference (National Alopecia Areata Foundation) A few doctors were asked this question. And said there were no known side effects for people with Alopecia and no re-growth / nor people losing a lot of hair with their patients.

Furthermore, I have had it and haven't had any increase in hair loss. But I already have AA,  what I did was the 2 shot version, little under 2 months now.  Or even other side effects with the vaccines or know anyone whos had with. Someone actually said maybe be great if made hair grow more- it has not for me.

In addition, I have lost few people to Covid-19 in 2020, and know those that have had with series health problems/"long haulers" after. So, getting the vaccine was important to me. And around vulnerable populations and loved ones who would be more at risk with the virus. I had to look hard at all information and consulted with health professionals. Finally, it made more sense for me to get it.

This is something very personal and I get the fear. Maybe talk with your GP or try see any dermatologist about it. I  believe it's always good with health check with doctor to have a conversation too.

Best

https://www.naaf.org/covid19-vaccines

PS I can keep posted if I hear/see more info. Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Hanna on July 11, 2021 at 2:45pm

Thank you so much! I really appreciate all the info.

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Permalink Reply by Tuesday on July 18, 2021 at 9:39am

I have had 2 covid vaccine shots - no issues.  I have AU so not really possible to tell you. However -  I have OTHER autoimmune conditions and none were triggered by the shots. Secondly - if you do not take the vaccines and you do catch a Covid variant,  you are at risk of being seriously sick or worse. And considering that Covid patients are complaining of developing alopecia, I would think that is also a risk.  

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