Recently diagnosed in Kansas

Recently diagnosed with FFA, first visit after diagnosis is Thursday, May 12.  My scalp is extremely itchy all over including the crown and the back and along the back hairline.  Is this typical?  Does it mean my hair will fall out in those areas too, even though it is FFA?  Just want to be as prepared as possible.  My derm said the first thing is to take blood and get injections.  From what I am reading that is common protocol, but I would like to hear opinions and experiences if you don't mind sharing.

I have already gained so much knowledge and strength from this group.  Thank you!

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Permalink Reply by AReg on May 22, 2016 at 9:21pm

I had the steroid injections, not the plasma injections.  I have also lost the hair on my arms and this happened the same week I went to the derm. after my initial diagnosis, weird timing.  I check my eyebrows first thing every morning...such a weird new life..., but I do keep telling myself it could be way worse.  

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