I knew it!

Today I went to yet another follow up appointment at the dermatologist. It was a great progress report because since I have been using the squaric acid, my hair has doubled in volume and length. Sure, it has no pigment, but it's real hair! My suspicions were confirmed and the hair is actually terminal (as opposed to baby fine hair that would eventually fall out again.) The AA is still attacking the pigmented cells but not the entire follicle. The doctor has upped the strength of my minoxidil/squaric acid compound. I feel no irritation where I should. While I do think this is aiding in my hair's recovery, I do believe the most important treatment was the reduction in stress and useful meditation techniques. It all is part of the process. I sort of knew I was healing but it was nice to have the confirmation. Yay!

It is also safe to dye. The only question now is--what color?! (Pink, green, blue) Life is too short for boring hair. If I fully recover I swear I will never complain about a bad hair cut or bad hair day.