My hair is falling out today

I feel like I am losing it by the handfuls today. Though, there have been times in my past where this happens sporadically - hypothyroid and curly hair in general falls out more than most. There are still no big gaping holes where hair used to be. But there was a ton of hair in the sink this morning.

That is scary as hell. It always makes me feel like I'm losing this battle.

The rash is about the same as it has been. The dermatologist put me on a new ointment that is doing very well on the bumps on my hands. The rest of the rash is still migrating around my body. This week, it is prevalent on my forearms, when a week or so ago, it was worst on my shoulders and back.

The dermatologist also gave me a serum for my scalp to ease the itching there. This has been a godsend, but I think it is impacting my hair loss. There is a ton of alcohol in it, so I think it is drying out my scalp? Maybe?

I am going though sunblock like crazy.

The Dr. also pointed me to the Mayo Clinic to read up more on my disease: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/dermatomyositis/DS00335. Good information. Nothing really new. I think the fact that it isn't anything new or earth-shattering there has made me feel a bit better.

Everyone is being very supportive. I know they don't know what to say in order to help. I feel bad that I look for so much strength from others when they are already giving me everything they have.

Just keep swimming.
Breathe
stretch
walk
ride
BREATHE