Hi, I'm sorry I never got back to you, I had the same experience with derms/docs, I saw some very horrible derms who offered me no form of treatment, a year later after not getting anywhere in terms of looking for a cosmetic solution (wigs/hairpieces) to cover my hairloss (wasn't impressed with anything I saw) I started really researching the treatment route. I found out that treatment can work for some people (stats aren't great) but anywhere I thought I'd give it a try as I felt I had no other options, anyway I'm on dianette, minoxidal, cyproterone and dht inhibitor, this was after seeing numerous derms/endos so I would advise you to not give up, do your own research and then go to the derms/endos prepared. Thats what I should have done at the beginning. I think their good for stabilisation but not good for regrowth, I don't see any real improvement yet (6 months in) in fact I get worried it's worse..but I know in terms of treatment I think I'm doing everything I can. I lost at least 50% of my hair. Apparently can lose up to 50% to start noticing. I was diagnosed a year ago, but unfortunately due to lazy doctors had been suffering from it 3 months before I was officially diagnosed. I am willing to do anything to get my own hair back (literally sell my soul!) so I'm on some pretty strong drugs but it's a risk I feel I have to take. I know not all women are the same so I wouldn't expect everyone to do the same as me.

Hi I'm in my early twenties, I'm on minoxidal and 2 types of bcp. I really want to save my hair, but I'm also trying to look for cosmetic solutions at the same time. I don't have a hormonal problem, so I'm not sure the drugs will do much. Do you mind me asking what your scalp biopsy come back as? What did your dermatologist recommend? Congratulations about the baby!
Ally

Hi, how are you? I have the same type of hairloss and am having a very hard time aswell, I was wondering if you'd got far in terms of treatment or looking for a cosmetic solution?
Ally

Well, before it closed down, I went to La Dolce Vita. The owner's name is Michelle, and I believe she has now opened up a new shop in Sauk Rapids. Michelle is great at what she does, and she provides a very comfortable, private environment to look at what she has. I now order my wigs from www.namebrandwigs.com. It's actually a local company, and I have yet to find another site that beats their prices!

Oh wow! I've actually never met anyone else with Alopecia before, I have friends who have friends or relatives with Alopecia, but have never actually met anyone face to face! It's nice to know there is someone close by with the same stuff going on!

Hi Amy, I was diagnosed AGA when I had just turned 21 (now I'm 23) and I had the same experience you write about. I am now walking my way towards acceptance... i hope we can stay in touch.

Hi Amy,
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. Check it out on my page -- and let me know how else I can help.
LeslieAnn

Hi Amy, 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. Cheryl, co-founder

Hi Amy
Welcome to Alopecia World