LN_DARK

Female

United Kingdom

Profile Information:

About Me:
My (head) hair started falling out after a stressful time during my last year of university, three years ago. I have been to many many doctors, most of whom were very unhelpful, and was told that sometimes 'it just happens.' I have recently been to a dermatologist who said it was chronic telogen effluvium + genetic influence. I was offered a range of possible treatments but looking at the side effects...no I don't want that! Now I guess i'm just waiting till it looks really bad and then i'll shave it all off!

I am currently studying, I love photography and going out with friends, travelling, reading...

This whole thing has given my confidence a bit of a blow, but I am determined not to let it take over me :)
Do you have alopecia?
Telogen effluvium
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes - I am 18 or older

Comment Wall:

  • Cheryl, Co-founder

    Hi, 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 and we look forward to your input. Be sure to check out "10 tips for getting the most out of Alopecia World” which include a few tips to get you started!
    Cheryl, co-founder

    Oct 29, 2011

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hello and welcome!
    How are you today?
    Leslie Ann

    Nov 9, 2011

  • Lili

    Nice meeting you LN :) I'm just taking it day by day, that's all one can do, right?! Have an awesome day!

    Nov 21, 2011

  • Jennah

    Hi there, thanks for the friend request. I totally know what you are going through so if you need to chat send me a message any time. This sucks I know but with the help of everyone on this site we will get through it....after all we are still the same people minus a little hair lol. I have recently discovered wigs annd am slowly getting my confidence up to wear them in public. How about you?:)

    Feb 5, 2012

  • Jennah

    Man your story sounds like mine! My hair started falling out in stressful time and has just continued to do so!!! my confidence is shot. Especially as a couple of weeks ago my partner left me :( ....It's tough but I am determined not to let this beat me. Was living with him also, so had to move home with my parents at them moment...which is tough...they are lovely..but don't accept my decisions about my hairloss very well...my mum thinks it is silly and that I shouldn't wear wigs, even though my hair is very thin...I am torn as she tells me it is silly, but sometimes it just gives me confidence!!! The wig in your pic is very cute!...very 20's (love that era!) and I love your furry shawl xox Hope you are well ? let me know how things are going for you ?

    Mar 11, 2012