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Women's Health Chat: How to deal with hair loss or excess. TONIGHT at 8pm ET – Join the Discussion and Win a Gather Points™!

August 18, 2009 01:51 PM EDT
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Join us for a live chat, tonight at 8pm ET to discuss what to do about hair loss and excess hair. We’ll discuss the report A Woman’s Guide to Hair Loss and Excess Hair with Dr. Sandy Tsao, the report’s editing doctor of Harvard Medical School. During the chat you can ask her questions, share tips and get advice from other members! If you received a copy of the report we really hope you’ll join. And even if you didn’t receive on I’m sure the chat will be helpful! One Gather member who participates in the live discussion between 8-9pm ET will win 250 Gather Points™.

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Sandy Tsao, M.D., Associate Program Director for Dermatologic Surgery, Harvard Medical School Instructor in Dermatology, Massachusetts General Hospital.
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Comments: 307

charity kimball ツ Aug 18, 2009, 1:56pm EDT
Oh I will have to book mark this..Very interesting:)
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 1:56pm EDT
I have been reading the book. VERY interesting!! I will be at chat!
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Aug 18, 2009, 5:21pm EDT
I didn't get a book but I'm experiencing some hair loss. I'll try and remember to be on tonight.
timi A. Aug 18, 2009, 5:40pm EDT
I will be there. Thanks.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 6:43pm EDT
I didn't receive my copy of the book, but I will be here
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 6:57pm EDT
gee, i wish we could set Gather to our time zone..lol
i am checking the time.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 7:23pm EDT
I will be here. I have read the book and loved it. It answered so many of the questions that I had concerning both hair loss and excess hair.
☀ Aunt Shanny Aug 18, 2009, 7:41pm EDT
HI Connie! I made it!
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
Shannon,
Glad you made it. Wonder where the Dr is???
☀ Aunt Shanny Aug 18, 2009, 9:02pm EDT
I got distracted but I'm back now.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 7:57pm EDT
Hi Gang!!
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 7:58pm EDT
I'm here, but didn't get the copy of the book.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:03pm EDT
I wish my hair on my head would grow faster! any ideas anyone??
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:04pm EDT
My hair is to my waist, so I don't have to worry about that.
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:05pm EDT
mine was to my waist 3 weeks ago. but I had 12 inches cut off.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:07pm EDT
mine was that long too. i cut it all off before i started chemo. Now i am on a different medication and my hair is growing back but just not fast enough..
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:09pm EDT
could your doc recommend some sort of vitamins that you can take with your meds?
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
I have asked but they say not yet, not until i am done with this medication. I just miss my long beautiful hair.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:04pm EDT
Didn't get a copy of the book, but I have life experiences on both issues due to health problems.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:05pm EDT
I almost forgot to come back.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:06pm EDT
When I was first diagnosed with hyperthyroidism after an operation, I was losing my hair by the handfulls. It was very scarey.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:07pm EDT
JF i understand that. mine was coming out by the handfuls too. I cried so hard when that started happening.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:09pm EDT
I will never forget the morining I woke up with hair all over my pillow. I too cried and cried.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:07pm EDT
I have issues with both things
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:09pm EDT
I do too and that is weird isn't it?
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:08pm EDT
I am back. My hair on my head is falling out but I am developing hair in the sideburn area and under chin.
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:09pm EDT
Me too! Except mine is so fine that most stuff don't help remove it.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:13pm EDT
I have the problem of the chin and i am growing a mustache...LOL

I was so use to haveing no hair that hair is coming out everywhere..lol
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Aug 18, 2009, 8:10pm EDT
Where is the doctor?

Since I was sick this winter, I've lost so much hair on the top of my head that I can see my scalp when I wear my hair certain ways. My hair has always been so thick that I had to have it thinned. Will it come back now that I'm better?

Also I'm on over 13 medications.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
Sharon,
Did you get your book?
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Aug 18, 2009, 8:12pm EDT
I haven't checked I'll go do that now.
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
I didn't receive my copy of the book, and it wasn't emailed to me either.
sharon SugarMomma is a wise woman, Aug 18, 2009, 8:18pm EDT
No Connie - it's not there yet.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:23pm EDT
I sent it. check your spam
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
My hormones were all screwed up because I had a tumor on one of my ovaries. It made my hair fall out and I have an over abundance of facial hair.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
When I first started getting dark stiff hair under my chin, I pulled them out with tweezers. Now there are just too many to do that with. I have began waxing them just this week.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
I have started tweezing them too. I have never waxed does it hurt, i am whimp..
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
I hate to admot it, but I have actually had to resort to shaving mine. I would love to have electrolysis. Don't know if I spelled that right.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
Not too bad. It got red but the redness was all gone the next morning.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:16pm EDT
Shelbia,
I was tempted to do that too. I did not know what kind of Doctor too see and it was so embarassing. The waxing helps and my face feels so much smoother.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
I haven't tried waxing. I have so much that I was afraid it either wouldn't work or hurt a lot.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
Hyperthyroidism also creates high blood pressure, eye problems, etc. Some doctors think that it is caused by stress, etc. I had a very stressful situation, but also had a major operation that I did not completely recover from. My thyroid was damaged.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
They told my sister that her hair falling out was a result of stress too.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:11pm EDT
I had the ovary removed, but it didn't fix the problem
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:12pm EDT
Thing is I also have high blood pressure and diabetes
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:12pm EDT
I am told the medication may be causing some of my hair loss
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
That is what they told me and after reading this book I now believe it. The book lists medication that will cause your hair to fall out.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:16pm EDT
Yes, meds can do that. I am on many meds. Now that my thyroid has been removed, I am hypothyroid. It is the opposite. You are sluggish, your hair gets coarse and you have excess hair even with taking synthroid.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:16pm EDT
I was supposed to get a copy, but it didn't come
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:21pm EDT
I received an E book copy.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:23pm EDT
She asked for my email address yesterday, but I didn't find anything from her today.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:13pm EDT
Since your thyroid controls your system and organs, it is important to have it tested. Especially for women who are going through menopause or are done. I had to have my thyroid removed because it was getting to a dangerous point for my heart, eyes, etc.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:14pm EDT
Adrenal Glands will do the same thing. I have lesions on my adrenal glands and they have really messed up my body big time.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:13pm EDT
Where is the Doctor??
Julie Corliss Aug 18, 2009, 8:17pm EDT
Hmmm...she doesn't seem to be here...are you on line, Dr. Tsao?
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:14pm EDT
Up until about 5 years ago, my hair was super thick. Now it's thinned out so much. Both my grandmother and mother have super fine and thin hair.
CC Miranda the artrat (or am i?) Aug 18, 2009, 8:14pm EDT
i got a great way to deal with hair loss. buy an Artrat Hat and cover up your head.
Ashley P. Aug 18, 2009, 8:16pm EDT
i like that idea!
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:19pm EDT
after wearing hats and bandanas for over a year i am proud to show off my sprouting hair:)
Ashley P. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
Hello everyone!
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:18pm EDT
Hi Ashley!!
Ashley P. Aug 18, 2009, 8:20pm EDT
HEY!! Nice to see a familiar face in here also!!
Ashley P. Aug 18, 2009, 8:15pm EDT
I am interested in learning more about this hair loss thing.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:17pm EDT
did you get the book? It is great. I just read it today.
Ashley P. Aug 18, 2009, 8:19pm EDT
No i did not get the book. I'm not a big fan of reading books too much lol
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:18pm EDT
I wouldn't worry so much about the hair loss if it weren't in the front and very noticble
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:19pm EDT
I can only style my hair certain ways now
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:20pm EDT
Bless your heart. My hair was always so thick. They told me that even with all my hair loss I still had more hair than many people.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:21pm EDT
Mine used to be thick and then suddenly it wasn't anymore. I miss it.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:19pm EDT
I am having trouble loosing weight because I have mobility problems on top of my other medical problems. When I had my thyroid removed, I took the option of surgery. I have had many friends that have done the iodine treatment and are now sorry. There appears to be a higher risk of breast cancer in women that have that done.
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:20pm EDT
I'm actually gonna do a chat tonight.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
what is the topic??
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:24pm EDT
Oh this one! Hair I guess, so far I don't have a hair loss issue.
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:21pm EDT
I look forward to seeing what everyone has to say.
Joy Blessing Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
Hi everyone
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
Hi Joy!!
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
I have sensitive skin, so I would not use any treatments for my hair. I even use hair removal creams on my face and had to stop because I burned my skin even with following directions.
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:23pm EDT
I have really sensitive skin as well. I've tried a few, but they really irritate my skin too much.
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:28pm EDT
I thought Sally Hansen would have been an excellent brand because they even gave vitamin E for after use. But unfortunately I had a terrible burn on my face. So, no more of that stuff for me.
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
Did everyone leave?
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:24pm EDT
We are all still here waiting for the Doctor to arrive. :)
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:22pm EDT
I don't think the Doc is here yet. Hello everyone, I thought I was late. I have questions about excess hair.
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:23pm EDT
Hi there Stacey!!
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:24pm EDT
Hi Dnbuster!!
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:24pm EDT
Welcome Stacey.
No the Doctor is not here yet.
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:27pm EDT
Thanks Connie :)
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:23pm EDT
I hate having to deal with extra hair. I really don't have the time to mess with it.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
I know what you mean. But I just reached the point that I had to do something about mine.
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
I get self conscious about it. I think everyone is looking and noticing if I don't have a chance to get to it.
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:24pm EDT
I have serious issues with hair removal, ingrown hairs and celluloids. Shaving causes the bumps and lumps, waxing is painful and hair remover creams irritate my sensitive skin. I settle for shaving :(
♠~Dnbuster~♠ ~. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
Sorry I cant stay longer, time to call the kids and see how they are hanging in there, i have some great news to share with them:)
Amy C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
I hate that I can not use the nair creams they burn me, and when i do use them they do not remove the unwanted hair effectively
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:27pm EDT
I have that problem with my facial hair. They never take it all off and the make the hairs darker so that I have to shave or tweeze them
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:32pm EDT
Shaving just makes it worse! I would never do that. I would tweeze rater than do that. I also use a small pair of scissors for my face to get as close as I can. I will not take any type of hormone therapy. I have too many other medical problems and the risks are too high.
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
I will have to read the book I guess...
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
I get chemical burn when I use things like Nair. I also get bad razor burn when I shave my thighs. I'd hate to know what would happen if I did anything more than that.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:26pm EDT
I get the bumps on my thigh until I started using baby oil on them before I shave them. That took care of the bumps.
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:28pm EDT
Oh cool, thanks for the tip Connie!
Amy C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:25pm EDT
waxing hurts
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:29pm EDT
Agreed!
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:29pm EDT
I have found a wax that does not hurt too bad. It is the Veet Solan Line for sensitive skin. It has Vitamin E and Almond oil in it.
April H. Aug 18, 2009, 8:32pm EDT
I've never been brave enough to try waxing...
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:45pm EDT
Thanks Connie, I'll check the Veet out.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:47pm EDT
Stacy,
It is made for face and bikini. It is for sensitive skin.
Julie Corliss Aug 18, 2009, 8:26pm EDT
Hi: I just spoke to the doctor and she is running late...she should be on line soon! Sorry for the delay.

Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:29pm EDT
Thanks for letting us know. :)
Amy C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:26pm EDT
me too desiree
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:26pm EDT
It's sad that women have to go through so many different things. I was fortunate enough to be able to keep my parathyroids after I had my thyroid removed. They produce the calcium in your body.
Joy Blessing Aug 18, 2009, 8:27pm EDT
Oh, sorry you have to leave Dnbuster. Hagn!
Shelbia C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:29pm EDT
It is nice to know that others have some of the same issues
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:30pm EDT
I was just thinking the same thing.
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:30pm EDT
I am using tweezers for facial hair these days as it is less irritating than waxing, which caused a slight discoloration on my upper lip ugh...
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
I now have too many hairs to tweeze.
Joy Blessing Aug 18, 2009, 8:33pm EDT
I've never waxed, always heard it hurt, now I know.
April H. Aug 18, 2009, 8:30pm EDT
Dropping in briefly. It's nice to know I'm not the only one with hair removal problems! I have such sensitive skin, it's hard to shave without getting bumps!
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:30pm EDT
I rarely wear shirts FYI! LOL I normally wear jeans.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:32pm EDT
LOL I read this and could not picture you without a shirt. I assume you mean SKIRT.
Desiree T. Aug 18, 2009, 8:34pm EDT
lol meant shorts. 2 kids crying, can barely think let alone type!
♥¤ J K¤ ♥ Aug 18, 2009, 8:36pm EDT
ROFLOL
"rarely wear shirts"
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:50pm EDT
LOL
Julie Corliss Aug 18, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
Hi again: Dr. Tsao is having a connection problem...but she is still trying to join us, so hang in if you can.

Amanda "middle of nowhere" C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
I'm scared to death of losing my hair. So far, it's still here. But it's very fine and always has been.
~Jamie W. Aug 18, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
I need to run. I hate that I'm going to miss the doc. Everyone have a goodnight.
Connie C. Aug 18, 2009, 8:39pm EDT
Have a good night Jamie
♥¤ J K¤ ♥ Aug 18, 2009, 8:43pm EDT
HAGN
Stacey *Mamasaid* D. Aug 18, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
Question - do you shave/remove hair from your thighs and tops of your feet?
April H. Aug 18, 2009, 8:33pm EDT
Thighs - yes
Tops of feet - no. I have hair there, but it's really light so I just let it be
J F. Aug 18, 2009, 8:35pm EDT
Yes. I think most women have to. I then use a baby lotion or mineral oil later on. Not right away. I let my pores close first.
♥¤ J K¤ ♥ Aug 18, 2009, 8:37pm EDT
Thighs yes. Tops of feet no. I really don't have much hair there.
Julie Corliss Aug 18, 2009, 8:34pm EDT
Has anyone else ever tried threading? I had never heard of it until very recently, but my hair salon offers it. Had my eyebrows done a while back, just to see what it was like. It was less expensive than waxing and less painful, as well. It is supposed to last longer but I can't tell...
April H. Aug 18, 2009, 8:35pm EDT