Comment by Nants the Rebellion Dog on January 11, 2009 at 4:19pm

Sounds like you could use someone outside your family to talk with about this. Which of your friends has cool parents? Or how about your favorite teacher? Anyone will do. We all have fears, and when we keep them inside they make us nuts. I have learned when I lay it out on the table and name and see it, it loses its power. I don't know how you're feeling, but I can say whatever you're feeling, one of the other guys on this site has felt it, too. You are not alone, and you are very courageous and wise to speak of your unhappiness here. I know my heart aches for you, and I believe everyone else on Alopecia World also cares about what's happening to you.

Comment by Joshua on January 12, 2009 at 11:17am

Hi Nathan,

You're not alone in this condition. The beautiful replies above tells it all. Alopecia is never an easy condition to deal with, especially in the beginning. I dont come from a supportive family, in terms of alopecia. My family basically didnt nothing in helping me to cope with alopecia. So I can understand, my friends around me when I was losing my hair were not of any good help either. I felt alone and bitter until I came online a join a wonderful support community like these. The words and friendship here kept me going day by day and it changed a great part of me as the friendships here are real, if you want it to be. I've met so many of my friends from the support group which is a great blessing for me. So, Nathan...dont be discouraged...you are not alone....

Comment by Louise on January 12, 2009 at 12:05pm

Nathan, you should see your GP and even a referral to a Dermatologist. When I read your post, it is clear you are having a difficult time with it all, like many of us did/do/have. My hair started to get really thin and i was quite emotional, mentally and physically i was not coping along with many other problems. Blood tests confirmed my body was dealing with an under-active thyroid and low-iron levels. Although Alopecia is an auto-immune disease where your immune system mistakenly attacks your hair follicles, sometimes, there can be an under-lying health issue that may have triggered the Alopecia. Blood tests to rule out other health issues could be a starting point. Take care.

Comment by Moni on January 12, 2009 at 2:36pm

Hello, Mr. Nathan. I am a mother to a little girls who has Alopecia Totalis. I know how scary and shitty this thing can make you feel but within time, I pray, that you will become self confident, fearless and strive to continue being who you were before this hair loss. Hair doesn't make Nathan smarter, more or less loving. You look at yourself in the mirror and say to yourself all the positive things about yourself. You can do it, hun. Show people around you your inner strengths and qualities. Learn to laugh at this. Like some one said, release the fear and that fake power. Get real power and be who you are. Ask God for strenght and believe that you have received it. We are all hear to support each other so PLEASE come back and share your feelings. Put your head up and remember that no matter what happens with your hair, you are hear for a beautiful purpose.

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