March 27th 2024.
Louis Theroux, a well-known journalist and presenter, recently provided an update on his alopecia diagnosis. He had previously shared his diagnosis with fans last year and has since been using social media to share updates and seek advice from others. Alopecia is a condition that causes hair loss, typically impacting the scalp, head, or face. Some forms of alopecia, such as alopecia areata, can be autoimmune and result in patches of hair loss.
Louis initially noticed hair loss on his face, particularly in his beard, but has now discovered that he has also lost hair on his scalp. In an effort to restore his appearance, he underwent a procedure called microblading to create artificial eyebrows. He shared his excitement in a series of selfies on Instagram, stating, "I realise there are much bigger things to worry about in the world but... a while ago I shared that my eyebrows had basically disappeared due to alopecia. I'm happy to have my old face back."
After receiving suggestions from fans, Louis decided to try microblading, which is a form of temporary tattooing. He underwent two sessions, each lasting a couple of hours, and is pleased with the results. He mentions that his new brows are more well-defined and shapely than his natural ones were, but he also incorporated some of his remaining hair into the tattoo to make them look more natural.
Unfortunately, as he has dealt with one issue, another has arisen. Louis has noticed more hair loss on his scalp, which he refers to as "lesions." He shares, "I have photos of those which I may share at some point or I may not - they are a bit weird and depressing to look at tbh." Despite this, he remains positive and grateful for his health and well-being.
Fans have shown their support and admiration for Louis in the comments, with one writing, "I think you're really brave to normalize it." Another added, "How can anyone not love this guy?" In December, Louis had first shaved off his eyebrows, jokingly saying, "no eyebrows is better than patchy eyebrows." He had also expressed concern about how he would continue his career without eyebrows. Although there is no cure for alopecia, a new medicine called ritlecitinib has been recommended for severe hair loss and could potentially help thousands of people in England.
Louis is not the only celebrity who deals with alopecia. Others include Gail Porter, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Lea Michele, Jesy Nelson, and Ricki Lake. If you have a story or want to share your own experience with alopecia, you can contact the entertainment team by emailing or visiting their website. Louis has been open and honest about his journey with alopecia, and his courage has inspired many.
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