Gina

58, Female

arlington, Texas

United States

Profile Information:

Relationship Status:
In a Relationship
About Me:
I have just been diagnosed with alopecia about 8/9 months ago, I have 3 HUGE bald spots on top of my head.....I am having a hard time coping, because i worry about how i will be able to find a decent job looking like this! I currently wear a hat ALL the time, and havent had the money to buy any wigs or hair pieces yet...and worry worry worry who will hire me like this?? what do I do? I have no support groups nearby, and currently know noone else with this disease....I am here to get and give support...and to help me cope with this WEIRD disease.......so glad this site was revealed to me....i dont know what else to say xcept....lookin forward to getting to know al of you...G.
Do you have alopecia?
Alopecia areata
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes

Comment Wall:

  • Cheryl, Co-founder

    Hi Gina,

    I wanted to welcome to Alopecia World. I can honestly say that we are a great community here and I hope you enjoy the time you spend with us.

    Please don't be shy to get out here and interact with others, I know for you this is something new, but a lot of us are old pros! I am so glad you found us, especially since we only launched the site last week... perfect timing!
    Cheryl
    co-founder

    Mar 19, 2008

  • Cool Head

    Hi Gina,

    Stay strong. I know it's very hard in the beginning. Where are you located? I may know some resources that can help. I do know that NAAF has a fund to assist people with wigs. check out the site. naaf.org

    Apr 5, 2008

  • Mandy

    Hi Gina! Thanks for adding me. :) I was just diagnosed at the beginning of May, so I know what you are going through. This website is SO helpful though and everyone is SO nice. I think it will really help you like it has helped me. It's so nice to know that you have 900 folks with Alopecia right there for you if you have any questions. Please feel free to message me anytime you need to talk. ;)

    Hugs,
    Mandy

    May 22, 2008

  • Mandy

    By the way, where are you from?

    May 22, 2008

  • Mandy

    Chicago suburbs

    May 22, 2008

  • 3mee

    hi gina! i read your story and fully understand your concern. i ve de same problem too. I went for job interviews and was turn down by them. Dunno if its related to AA. but i stay in malaysia, mayb its different in US

    May 23, 2008

  • Shana and Taylor

    Hey do you have AA, AU, or AT?



    Taylor

    May 23, 2008

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hi Gina,
    I know exactly what you are going through, watching the spots get bigger and bigger. There are inexpensive wigs available. What is your budget? I may be able to help you find some.
    LeslieAnn

    May 27, 2008