Cathy

59, Female

Killingworth, CT

United States

Profile Information:

Relationship Status:
Married
About Me:
Hi, my name is Cathy and I am the mother of a 14 year old with Alopecia Areata. She was diagnosed at the beggining of last year, one month or so before her 13th birthday. She had several patches, which she managed to cover up, that is unless she put her hair up. By the end of summer the hair began to grow back, and we thougth it was safe to go back in the water again. Lo & behold fallout began again in November. She is handling this all pretty well so far and I am very proud of her. Would welcome any hair growth tips and advice for teenagers anyone may have. Thanks!
Do you have alopecia?
I do not have alopecia
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes

Comment Wall:

  • Cheryl, Co-founder

    Hi Cathy, I wanted to welcome you 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.

    Cheryl
    co- founder

    Apr 6, 2008

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hi Cathy,
    How are you doing with your alopecia? How long have you had it? I have had aa for about 30 years...
    LeslieAnn

    May 26, 2008

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hi Again!
    Hey, your spunky daughter might get a lot from my book!
    It's called "If Your Hair Falls Out, Keep Dancing!" There's quite a bit of inspiration and help in there. It's fun to read, too...
    if you want to check it out, go to my page and click on my web site...and if you decide to get it, let me know how she likes it!
    LeslieAnn

    May 27, 2008

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Oh, I forgot to tell you -- yes, I wear wigs all the time. I have AU, so I have no eyebrows or eyelashes. In my book there are a lot of makeup and beauty tips too.
    She can talk to me if she wants...my email address is labartist@aol.com
    LeslieAnn

    May 27, 2008

  • Vicktoria (Katya's mom)

    At this point she does not have a page. She asked if she could have her own page but never really followed up. If your daughter wants someone to talk to that has alopecia, I can ask my daughter if she wants to email. She occasionally corresponds with a girl in New Zealand who also just wanted a friend with alopecia. Interestingly enough, they never talk about the AA just about random girl stuff.

    Her wig is not a vacuum but she is getting a vacuum, which will hopefully be ready in July.

    May 29, 2008