Linda

Female

Bristol, WI

United States

Profile Information:

Relationship Status
Married
About Me
Married for 37 yrs with 4 kids and 11 grand kids. I'm busy most days helping with child care. I enjoy traditional archery and occasional weekend trips to a little cabin in the woods. I've had alopecia areata on and off for 20+years. The first time I lost large areas that came back after a couple of years. Subsequent episodes have been mild. I'm now starting a new episode and this one is going to be big. It's only been one week and I almost can't cover one spot up. I 've been reading this site for a few days. It helps to know I'm not alone, wish this was available 20 yrs ago.
Do you have alopecia? (Choose appropriately)
Alopecia areata
Are you age 18 or older?
Yes - I am 18 or older

Comment Wall:

  • Susan Innes

    Hi Linda - I'm sorry to hear about the new hair challenges; but, glad you decided to become a member of Alopecia World; I think these decisions are more difficult for those of us who are a bit older, and, yes, a supportive website or even local group would have been a great aid for a lot of us. Instead, even the families didn't discuss the "shameful" disease associated with syphilis. There is a local group which can be found in the menu bar selection of "Groups" listing under "Alopecians in Wisconsin" which we'd love to have you join. Welcome. ((Hugs)) Susan (Madison area)

    Jul 27, 2012

  • Susan Innes

    I think for those of us who had a single bout of mild alopecia, followed by a complete loss, it's been an easier battle. It's like any other consequence that completes the unknown situation, a plan can be developed and followed in a fairly direct manner. Some of us like the bandannas, others the wigs, and then the brave souls who make the "this is the real me...accept me as I am" choice face the world with a bald head. Actually, every step requires courage which is why I respect all of this wonderful family very much:). So glad you found us!

    Jul 30, 2012

  • LeslieAnn Butler

    Hello and welcome, Linda!
    How are you today?
    Leslie Ann

    Aug 11, 2012