The condition typically starts at the hairline, but in certain cases can begin on other parts of the head, like the back or the sides as it did for Okeke. “It’s a process that usually takes years,” Dr. Day said. For Okeke,…
Dr. Elyssa Green is transforming the hair industry through her courageous stance on baldness and alopecia, challenging conventional beauty standards and redefining the concept of beauty. As a dedicated advocate for alopecia awareness, Dr. Green draws inspiration from her personal journey to…
You’re brushing your hair in the morning, and you notice more hair on the brush than usual. It’s not just a one-time thing; it’s a pattern. With every passing day, you realize the truth – you’re losing your hair. That’s the start…
About 6.8 million people in the United States will deal with alopecia areata within their lifetime, according to the National Alopecia Areata Foundation, and Ashley Tisdale is one of those people. On January 11, the Disney Channel alum posted a short video…
Being a famous person with hair loss can’t be easy, given the condition has historically been fodder for terrible “jokes” and rude comments — including the one that caused that Oscars slap. But that didn’t stop Ricki Lake from sharing her androgenetic…
On Monday, June 13, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced its approval of Eli Lilly’s oral tablet Olumiant (baricitinib) for the treatment of severe alopecia areata in adult patients. “Today’s action marks the first FDA approval of a systemic treatment (i.e….
Trigger warning: This story discusses suicide. If you experience active suicidal ideation, meaning your thoughts start turning into plans, please reach out for help. You can call the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 or visit the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline website…
