“Reducing stress can improve your hair”

My father passed away from severe brain damage following an accident. I was only eight years old. I still remember the nightmares I had for years afterwards. Losing Dad had a huge impact on how I was and am today. I am very independent and don’t like to ask for help.

My health issues began at an early age, starting with inflammatory bowel disease.

Alongside this, I had my first experiences of hair loss. In my late teens, I was diagnosed with abnormal cervical cells as well as chlamydia, which eventually led to being diagnosed with a vitamin B12 deficiency. Another side effect of this was more hair loss.

Although I sought medical help, I had to resort