Laura

Female

London

United Kingdom

Profile Information:

Relationship Status:
Single
About Me:
I have suffered with a condition called Folliculitis Decalvans which has led to alopecia for the last 14 years. My condition is linked very strongly with stress and due to the job area I work in, it has worsened significantly over the last four years. I decided in April 2009 to get a wig which was the best decision I ever made! My hairdresser is amazing and I feel completely comfortable with him. I've just lost my dad - my hero - to cancer so have begun to realise that it's not worth worrying whether my hair will come back or not as life is too short. My family (especially my dad who came to every wig fitting with me!) and friends are amazingly supportive and I couldn't have learned to accept my condition without them.
Do you have alopecia?
Other type of alopecia
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes - I am 18 or older

Comment Wall:

  • Hugh

    Hi Laura,

    Welcome to Alopecia World.

    Hugh

    Mar 27, 2009

  • karen

    hi im new to this site and im suffering from alopecia areata im getting a wig in a few weeks time, myself. this all started in sept 08" last week my doctor told me it wont come back, so the little i had left my husband shaved off my remaining two patches,im now completely bald. and lovin it i dont like hats and bandanas seem to be to loud for me.

    Mar 28, 2009

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hello and welcome, Laura!
    I know how hard it can be. I have had alopecia for about 30 years. After I became the spokesperson for the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, a lot of women were needing my help and support, so I wrote a book called, "If Your Hair Falls Out, Keep Dancing!" It might make you feel better. You can find out more on my page -- and let me know if there's anything else I can do!
    LeslieAnn

    Mar 28, 2009

  • Ally

    Hi welcome noticed you are from the london area, I am also thinking of shaving my head and looking into a taped/bonded wig, may I ask what type of wig you are getting? Any help would be appreciated.
    Ally

    Apr 5, 2009

  • Ally

    Hi, good luck for tomorrow! hope it all goes well

    Apr 9, 2009