Hi Lynda,

Welcome to Alopecia World! Your wedding photo is gorgeous!! :) You will find lots of advice and support here!

Hope you are enjoying your weekend!
Heather

Hello and welcome, Lynda!
I know how hard alopecia can be; I have had it 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!" You can find out more on my page -- and it's available on this site under "Bookshelf." Let me know if there's anything else I can do!
LeslieAnn

Hi Lynda,
Welcome! I hope this site can help u as much as it has helped my daughter and myself. Look forward to chatting with u soon.
Tracy

Hi Lynda, My name is Rachael and I live in Sydney Australia, I developes Alopecia 2 years ago and am about to get married in 8 weeks time. I have ordered a wig from Freedom wigs (they look fab & so real like). I really hope my wig gets here before I get married. Ive only known about this web site less than 24 hours and its open up a world full of sisters with the same condition as I have, I dont feel so alone now - Best Wishes Rachael

Hey Lynda,

I have AA. I've had it for many years now. I used to get just one spot at a time but now I have multiple spots. They are kinda of all in different stages currently. Some looking great with lots of re-growth and some new ones just appearing. I get so frustrated with all the loss of control and helplessness of the condition!! I do know it could be worse- so I am grateful that I am still able to cover my spots with my hair. Let's hope that continues! :)

did you lose your hair quickly? or did you have spots that eventually progressed. It's tough no matter when you lose hair but I am sure right before your wedding made it harder! I hope it did not spoil or cause worries on your wedding day!!

do you see ever seen any signs of re-growth?

On a happier note- where did you go for a honey moon?

Hi Lynda,

Hey like you I had my first spot at 19- right before my 20th b-day. I was diagnosed with a thyroid disorder at that time. So we thought it was related. And it seemed to be- b/c once I started taking meds for the thyroid problem the hair grew back. And I was lucky enough to have a 14 year remission. I remember blowing my hair dry in the mirror and the blinding white of my scalp caught my eye- that sucked!! It's baaaaacccckkk....

Ha ha- I agree vanity it a bitch! -

What do you do for your eyelashes and eyebrows? They tattoo's seem like a good option.

I've got something weird going on now - I'm finding very little spots- real small like the end of a pencil erasure - popping up like polka dots around my head. They are not really visible (yet) - and so far they are not getting bigger which is great! but it's a new pattern for me so I don't have a clue what will come of it. Just more to be anxious about- maybe it's time to start drinking more! ha ha.

Are you pretty open about having alopecia? talk freely with those around you?

Hope you are having a good week so far!!
Heather

You are so beautiful Lynda in your photos. This condition gives quite a shock. i'm a bit of an old timer. Ive had Ali-p since i was 17, over 23 years ago.
I have considered tattooing my brows but to be honest, been that long since i've say them, it might be strange to have them on my face again.
Its the lashes i miss the most.
Lots of great people about here with a wealth of experiences.Take care

Hey Lynda,
I saw your profile and could relate. I started losing my hair in december and have about 15% of my hair left. I am getting married August 22. After battling with the thought about not having hair on my wedding day, I finally have come to terms with it and luckily got a wig that i am comfortable with. I just want to tell you that you looked beautiful and give me hope that I will too look beautiful on my big day even if I am wearing a wig. Thanks Erin

you are so beautiful!! keep your chin up and your confidence high! I know it's hard and when an alopecia fit hits ya just remember that you are not alone. There is a very large group of us to lean on!

hey lynda, you look so great. My Daughter lost all of her hair, eyelashes & Eyebrow. I did'nt know anything about alopecia until now. Hope to chat with you soon. And remeber beauty is on the inside.

From one Canadian bride to another, you look fabulous! :) Congratulations!

you are so pretty! i lost my hair last year 2 right before i started my senior year. maybe we can help eachother out :)