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Female pattern hair loss
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Permalink Reply by Elizabeth on
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Raises hands as well...Been losing hair since I was 12 or 13, now 27.....AGA sucks
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Permalink Reply by Kate on
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I am raising my hands as well! I've been fearful about hair loss for almost 10 years, but really had my androgenic alopecia (female pattern hair loss) diagnosed about 14 months ago. As I searched for support and answers during that time, what I found was that statistics show that a large number of women go through this, but most of them are silent. It could be because so many women's hair loss resources are focused on "curing" the ailment, or covering it up. Or it could be because it is still so socially abnormal for balding women to show themselves that most women are too embarrassed or afraid to seek support. Either way, I am so glad for the 108+ members on this site who share stories and photos and advice. It's been incredibly helpful for me as I come to terms with my own loss.
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Permalink Reply by Natasha on
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Hand up here - age 24 and recently diagnosed. Often feel like I'm not 'alopecia enough' for forums and sites like this, and even for treatments and hair systems specialists. Went to talk to a guy last week about hair system/topper options for the future (because I want to be as prepared as possible) and he told me he wouldn't give me an appointment because he worked with people who 'actually' had alopecia.
My hair is curly and when dry it looks fairly thick to people who haven't known me for long, so I often feel like a fraud telling people about my condition. AGA doesn't seem nearly as well known/recognise as AA/AU/AT, so it's hard to explain and have people take you seriously.
Glad to see so many of us on here - it's reassuring!
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Permalink Reply by dannii on
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Natasha, hair loss is hair loss. I too have the same condition as you and to other people with alopecia, they probably think I have hair, but I don't have my hair as it once was. So thin and curly. Whether its complete hair loss or a little, it's an awful condition, so tell this guy you went to see to stuff his business and I will recommend you to someone who cares. X
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Permalink Reply by Jennah on
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Yup Hi! I have been suffering significantly with FPB for the past year and a half and it sucks!!
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Hi,
I am still in discovery phase but I think I have FPB. I can't believe I am bald. It's such a shock to finally see what has been happening for a long time. I am so sad.
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Permalink Reply by Lilac on
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*raises hand*. Me. Unfortunately, I have female pattern baldness, which is truly a devastating blow to one's self-esteem. I am only 18 and the onset of the hair started three years ago. I am on Rogaine 5% but I haven't seen much of a difference thus far (I only started using it in February). If it still progresses, I may have to resort to wearing a hair wig that is identical to my natural hair. As for now, I am using Toppik to hide the scalp at the front and it's been working really well. FPB is such a bitch. It should not happen to us, but unfortunately, things happen and that's life.
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Hello,
I have androgenetica alopecia since i was 22, i'm 32 now and it's going harder and harder to live with. Toppic or some tips that i had to hide it aren't working anymore. I stopped all "treatment", because it never really helped. I seriously think about shaving and wear wigs, but i just can't make the move, and wigs are so expensive here... I just need more courage, but i'm afraid of this huge change. I'm sorry about my bad english, i really did my best. Raise hands for all of you.
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Hi Sindy,
Only take steps that are right for you. I thought I could wear a wig and found out it was not time yet. Scarves and head wraps for me, at least for now. Prayers to all for courage and strength to face the world.
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